#44
Evan Ward
Returning to Virginia for 2026
Evan Ward
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
HS
Recruit
★★★
CFB
College
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NFL
NFL Draft
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Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Tony Elliott
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Virginia
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Defensive end · Virginia
Returning around him
- Transfer portal: +9 net (31 in / 22 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Virginia · Last season: 11-3 (AP #20) · Talent rank #62 · 2026 recruiting class #111
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