It's now been 249 days since Virginia's 2004 season ended with a Boise bowl loss to Fresno State. During that time, Al Groh says he has watched film of UVa's four losses many times in an effort to identify problems and correct them. Tomorrow we'll get a chance to see what he's figured out.

What changes does Al Groh have in store for the Cavs?

More than anything, that's what I'll be watching when the Cavaliers face Western Michigan tomorrow night at Scott Stadium. Sure, it will be fun to check out all of UVa's new starters and, most likely, witness a blowout victory. But I'll be most interested in Virginia's overall approach on offense and defense. What, if anything, will be different?

Groh says he has analyzed every aspect of his program, as he does every offseason, with particular attention to the deficiencies that cost the Cavs in big games last year. But he hasn't gone into specifics about what he saw, what went wrong and what exactly he's changed. There have been signs. A reshuffled coaching staff with Al Golden taking over the secondary. More of a focus on the passing game during spring practice and training camp. He's hinted that he intends to be more aggressive on offense and defense this season, but how that aggression will manifest itself in schemes and play-calling remains to be seen.

Tomorrow, we'll start seeing for ourselves the results of Groh's offseason analysis. Surely, we won't see everything against the overmatched Broncos. And clearly the Cavs don't need a major overhaul. After all, they did win eight games and lead the ACC in total offense last year. But 250 days after the end of a disappointing season, it will be nice to get a fresh start and see if the coaches have some fresh ideas.

Recruiting season really begins.

Yesterday was the day college coaches could begin contacting 2006 recruits via the telephone. Coaches are allowed to call each recruit one time per week unless otherwise stated by the NCAA. Beginning November 27, coaches can make in-home visits to recruits as well. During this time, coaches are allowed six in-person, off-campus contacts with each recruit, but no more than one per week.

Graves to decide early?...

Meadowbrook (Richmond, VA) star defensive end John Graves is contemplating an early decision. Graves, rated the #4 overall recruit in the state by TheSabre.com, likes Virginia, Virginia Tech and Georgia right now.

If the 6-3, 240-pound Graves decides before Meadowbrook's season opener (which is next Friday), Virginia would have to feel pretty confident about its chances. Graves has been to Charlottesville on numerous occasions since the 8th grade, including a recent unofficial visit for a practice last month.

If he does not decide before the start of the season, look for Graves to make a few official visits before committing anywhere.

Graves is a big recruit for UVa, which is not in great position for many 2006 in-state recruits. Besides Graves, Virginia is in solid position with Granby wide receiver Chris Bell and a good shot with Blue Ridge defensive back Greg Davis. The 6-3, 210-pound Bell, rated the #2 overall prospect in the state by TheSabre.com, has Virginia in his top five. Davis has had Virginia at or near the top of his list for quite some time. Both Bell and Davis want to make most if not all of their official visits.

Womack to decide early?

Another Virginia recruit who may decide soon is Trey Womack, a 6-1, 175-pound speedster out of Malvern Prep in Malvern, Pennsylvania.

Womack, who is being recruited primarily as a cornerback, is anxious to talk to several coaches in September and take a few official visits, but seemed very high on Virginia. He wants to take official visits to Nebraska for sure and possibly Michigan State. He has been to Virginia several times and feels he knows enough about the program and the school to make a decision, but wants to check out several other programs first.

Other notes.

Highland Springs linebacker Jarrell Miller is down to 12. Miller, who very likely is one of the top targets on Virginia's list, has included the Cavs on his final list.

Forestville (MD) offensive lineman Antonio Logan-El will take an official visit to Virginia. He will also officially visit Oklahoma this weekend, as well as Penn State, Tennessee and Florida. Maryland still leads for the 5-star recruit, who feels he has been to Maryland enough times already.

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