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Virginia LB Kam Robinson Out for Season With Torn ACL

Head coach Tony Elliott said surgery is scheduled, with junior Landon Danley next in line at linebacker.

Overview

  • Elliott confirmed Robinson tore his ACL and will miss the remainder of the season, with surgery planned.
  • The junior was hurt on the first drive of Virginia's 34-17 win over Duke on Nov. 15.
  • Despite missing the first three games with a collarbone injury, Robinson logged 64 tackles, two sacks and two interceptions returned for touchdowns, plus a blocked punt.
  • Danley, who tied for a team-high six tackles against Duke after replacing Robinson, is set to assume the role, with Maddox Marcellus also in the mix.
  • Elliott praised Robinson's impact and noted other injury updates, including expected returns for linemen Kevin Wigenton II and Ben York, while Jayden Thomas and Noah Vaughn remain out.