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Beau Pribula Dazzles in Virginia Debut as Cavaliers Overwhelm NC State 34-8 in Season, ACC Opener
The Virginia Cavaliers defeated the North Carolina State Wolfpack 34-8 on Saturday at Scott Stadium, marking the first announced sellout in 18 years at the venue.
Transfer quarterback Beau Pribula dazzled in his Virginia debut, throwing for 155 yards and two touchdowns while rushing for 110 yards, becoming the first Cavaliers quarterback to rush for 100 yards since Brennan Armstrong in 2022.
Virginia's dominant running game piled up 258 yards and controlled the contest from start to finish. Xavier Brown was essential to the victory, totaling two touchdowns and over 90 scrimmage yards as the Cavaliers jumped to a 17-0 halftime lead.
North Carolina State quarterback CJ Bailey finished 12 of 23 for 84 yards with an interception, as coach Dave Doeren noted the team needs significant changes before their October game against Louisville.
Originally scheduled for Brazil, the game moved to Charlottesville due to logistics; Virginia now positions itself as a genuine ACC Championship contender following the dominant season-opening victory.