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  Richard Burney is a staple of the Virginia football program. The defensive lineman played games for the Wahoos in 2015, before Bronco Mendenhall even coached the Cavaliers. He saw UVa go 2-10 in 2016, missed much of 2018 due to blood clots in his lungs and played in the Orange Bowl a season ago after returning from his medical scare. Unfortunately for the sixth-year senior, his 2020 season is over. Mendenhall announced the news Tuesday. "Richard is done for the season with a health injury," Mendenhall said. "Our team has been saddened by that. He was elected to be the player that chose his jersey first, team captain, got an extra year of eligibility granted, has overcome so, so much adversity."

As Mendenhall mentioned, Burney is beloved by teammates. Fighting through his health issues to play in 2019 showcased his love of football. His performance - he's a key contributor on the defensive line - only makes him more respected by his peers. Teammates wanted him to select his jersey number first this fall, an honor bestowed only on UVa's most well-respected players. Through five games this fall he made his presence felt. Teammates praised Burney's increased leadership, and he recorded a sack against both Duke and Clemson in the team's opening two games. - Charlottesville Daily Progress


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News Source: Charlottesville Daily Progress


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