Virginia Cavaliers
2025 Season Results

Virginia Cavaliers — 2025 Season Review

The Virginia Cavaliers completed the 2025 season with a 11-3 overall record under head coach Tony Elliott, navigating a outstanding campaign as a member of the ACC. The program averaged 30.8 points per game while allowing 19.6 points per contest across 14 games.

Among the standout results were a 48-7 victory at home against Coastal Carolina Chanticleers, a 55-16 victory at home against William & Mary Tribe, and a 48-20 victory at home against Stanford Cardinal. These performances illustrated the depth and determination that characterized the Virginia Cavaliers throughout the 2025 campaign.

The 2025 season was not without its challenges, as the team endured a narrow 31-35 defeat to NC State Wolfpack and a narrow 9-16 defeat to Wake Forest Demon Deacons. However, the program's response to adversity demonstrated character and resilience throughout the campaign.

Conference play saw the Virginia Cavaliers finish 7-3 within the ACC in 2025, a mark that reflected both the program's strengths and the challenging nature of league competition. The Virginia Cavaliers coaching staff navigated the conference schedule with a focus on development and competitiveness.

The postseason brought TaxSlayer Gator Bowl: W 13-7, capping the 2025 campaign. The bowl game provided one final opportunity for the Virginia Cavaliers to compete on a national stage and represent the program before the offseason began.

The Virginia Cavaliers finished 6-1 in home games and 4-1 away from home during the 2025 season. The split between home and road performance provided insight into the team's ability to handle different environments throughout the schedule.

The offense was particularly productive early in the campaign, scoring 280 points in the first half of the schedule before cooling to 151 in the latter portion. Defensively, the unit allowed 19.6 points per game, a mark that played a significant role in determining the outcome of close contests throughout the 2025 campaign.

The 2025 season ultimately represented a successful chapter in Virginia Cavaliers football history. With a final record of 11-3, the program exceeded expectations and established a foundation for continued success in subsequent seasons. The experiences gained through 14 games of competition provided invaluable development opportunities for returning players and coaches alike.