Breaking down Virginia’s offensive line

Left tackle
Landon Bradley
Sophomore — 6-foot-7, 275 pounds
The skinny: Jumping into a major role, Bradley replaces former All-American Eugene Monroe. He has a keen sense of understanding the field and defenses, according to teammates.

Left guard
Austin Pasztor
Sophomore — 6-foot-7, 315 pounds
The skinny: Few saw it coming, but Pasztor stole a starting spot last year and never let go. As a youngster, further progression is expected in his second season. “He can be tremendous,” said Virginia offensive line coach Dave Borbely. “He has all the tools.”

Right tackle
Will Barker
Senior — 6-foot-7, 320 pounds
The skinny: Barker has started 37 straight games, 12 more than any other player on the roster. A reliable player, Barker has added to his frame during his career and has been projected as high as the second round in next year’s draft.

Right guard
B.J. Cabbell
Junior — 6-foot-6, 305 pounds
The skinny: A new starter last year, Cabbell played in every game and continued to progress. He has drawn rave reviews from teammates for his improved footwork. “It is obvious,” said Barker. “He really has paid attention to it.”

Center
Jack Shields
Junior — 6-foot-5, 285 pounds
The skinny: Shields started 11 of Virginia’s 12 games last year. He missed the Virginia Tech contest but has reclaimed the starting spot.

Anthony Mihota
Sophomore — 6-foot-4, 275 pounds
The skinny: The former star at Massaponax High started Virginia’s game at Virginia Tech last year. He will continue to serve as the top reserve at center.

Billy Cuffee
Sophomore — 6-foot-5, 320 pounds
The skinny: Cuffee did not appear in a game last year, but provides depth at guard for the Cavaliers.

Isaac Cain
Junior — 6-foot-4, 300 pounds
The skinny: Having appeared in just two games, Cain would appear to be a roster body. Not so. He continues to impress and could see time at guard this year. “He has really stepped up his game,” Virginia offensive line coach Dave Borbely said.

Lamar Milstead
Sophomore — 6-foot-5,
285 pounds
The skinny: A prized prospect upon entry, Milstead continues to climb the depth chart. His biggest impact, however, is likely to come in 2010 after the departure of Barker.

Aaron Van Kuiken
RS Freshman — 6-foot-5, 305 pounds
The skinny: Knocking on the playing-time door, Van Kuiken has all the tools. He is running reps with the second team and could push for meaningful time before the season ends.