Bleav in Virginia

Chapters 00:00 UVA football update and the quarterback question 04:34 Tony Elliott's roster-building philosophy 06:54 From a 75-25 plan to a practical 50-50 target 09:59 Why Ball Hawk calls every player a free agent 11:40 How job security shapes recruiting strategy 14:19 Why prospects may take a different path to Division I 18:24 Why Ball Hawk doubts an in-season coaching change 22:24 Quarterback uncertainty and the Saturday decision 24:14 Virginia men's basketball starts 3-0 26:41 Women's basketball's unbeaten opening stretch 29:29 Elliott on resetting goals after the bye week 33:35 Third downs, red zone, protection, and team connection 37:11 Defensive details: contain lanes, coverage, and contested plays 41:30 Injury updates and the limits of the depth chart 44:06 The challenge of November recruiting distractions 49:01 Portal-era retention and closing thoughts This episode is presented by Kalshi, the prediction market for sports, news and more. Try Kalshi today! Trade $25, get $25 when you sign up with code BLEAV at https://kalshi.com/r/BLEAV Able Insurance www.ableinsurance.net Follow The Ball Hawk Show: Bleav Network, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcasts platforms Ahmad Hawkins Website: http://www.ahmadhawkins.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chapters 00:00 Bye-week setup and Virginia’s 4-5 reality 04:33 This year’s numbers versus last year’s 8-1 start 08:17 The run defense’s steep drop-off 10:33 Bo Pabula and Chandler Morris compared 11:59 Receiver turnover, injuries, and lost production 14:14 Is Virginia’s schedule really easier? 20:45 The biggest question for the bye week 26:15 Coaching loyalty, transfers, and accountability 31:07 Ball Hawk makes the case for Eli Holstein 37:18 Tony Elliott’s reported buyout and coordinator questions 42:30 Elliott on evaluation, effort, and execution 48:45 How one fourth-and-two snap unraveled 52:09 Injury updates and the 80-player road limit 54:30 Why the direct-snap run faltered 56:57 Virginia needs an “eraser” ahead of Cal 01:00:10 What’s next for the podcast and Virginia basketball This episode is presented by Kalshi, the prediction market for sports, news and more. Try Kalshi today! Trade $25, get $25 when you sign up with code BLEAV at https://kalshi.com/r/BLEAV Able Insurance www.ableinsurance.net Follow The Ball Hawk Show: Bleav Network, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcasts platforms Ahmad Hawkins Website: http://www.ahmadhawkins.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chapters 00:00 Virginia takes a 51-7 Halloween beating at Wake Forest 01:47 Why Hawkins aims for fair, direct analysis 05:28 Giving Wake Forest credit without calling Virginia quitters 09:31 The scrutiny that comes with playing on a big stage 11:30 A two-week bye and three games to turn things around 15:02 Accountability, playing time, and the quarterback conversation 18:09 Why Hawkins questioned explaining Bo’s late-game exit 22:19 Bo Pribula, Eli Holstein, and what stats leave out 29:06 Why the offense needs a passing-game spark 35:00 Wake Forest won the field-position and momentum battle 39:21 Why defensive backs don’t always look back 43:52 Mental mistakes, discipline, and coach’s postgame remarks 46:12 The numbers behind Virginia’s defensive collapse 48:24 Hawkins makes the case for a quarterback change 54:15 The 2003 team story and the need for senior leadership 01:00:46 Gio Lopez and Wake Forest’s offensive execution 01:03:37 Film room: coverage busts and Wake Forest’s top target 01:09:08 Fourth-down losses in the trenches 01:12:09 Film review: throws, routes, and missed opportunities 01:18:12 Reading the defense: first read versus anticipation 01:21:17 A screen concept Hawkins says Virginia should revisit 01:26:36 Eli Holstein’s late-game snaps and the passing contrast 01:30:18 Why Hawkins believes Holstein could help Virginia chase points 01:31:08 The bye-week evaluation and the final three games This episode is presented by Kalshi, the prediction market for sports, news and more. Try Kalshi today! Trade $25, get $25 when you sign up with code BLEAV at https://kalshi.com/r/BLEAV Able Insurance www.ableinsurance.net Follow The Ball Hawk Show: Bleav Network, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcasts platforms Ahmad Hawkins Website: http://www.ahmadhawkins.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chapters 00:00 The Halloween matchup and Virginia’s underdog status 03:09 What the preview covers, including Elliott’s press conference 07:25 Why Wake Forest’s defense is a serious challenge 10:29 How Gio Lopez and Wake Forest’s offense improved 15:09 Wake Forest’s receivers, formations, and offensive threats 17:27 Virginia’s defensive assignment against Wake Forest 20:26 Fan expectations, team apparel, and coach criticism 28:27 Elliott’s presser: red-zone execution and missed assignments 33:19 Why Virginia’s offensive issues extend beyond the quarterback 41:22 Drops, sacks, and the difference between moving and finishing 50:06 How injuries and personnel changes affect Virginia’s offense 01:01:03 Elliott’s confidence in the roster and the upset blueprint Sponsored By: Fan Duel https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/ Able Insurance www.ableinsurance.net Follow The Ball Hawk Show: Bleav Network, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcasts platforms Ahmad Hawkins Website: http://www.ahmadhawkins.com Follow on X: @IAmBallHawk Instagram: iamballhawk Facebook: Ahmad Hawkins Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chapters 00:00 Virginia falls to Duke 19-16 on a late touchdown 02:25 Hawkins’ standard for evaluating every position 04:17 The quarterback debate: Pribula’s strengths and pressure reads 11:01 Receiver drops, tight end reliability, and power-conference stats 13:21 Why Hawkins questions the lack of a quarterback change 19:37 The case for settling for points before halftime 22:06 Duke’s trick play and Virginia’s coverage breakdown 25:27 Tony Elliott explains the late-game approach 32:37 Virginia’s defense limits Duke’s rushing attack 35:12 Press-conference questions on sacks and quarterback protection 39:14 Red-zone targets and Virginia’s reluctance to throw jump balls 44:17 Elliott on execution, coaching, and making critical plays 53:23 Hawkins weighs in on the team’s leadership 54:47 Film review: defensive assignments and Virginia’s touchdown 01:00:24 Offensive highlights, short-yardage calls, and missed chances 01:07:15 Breaking down Pribula’s sacks and checkdown options 01:12:22 Cam Robinson’s big defensive play and Duke’s late score 01:19:31 Game statistics and standout performances 01:22:32 Four games remain: Hawkins’ closing thoughts Sponsored By: Fan Duel https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/ Able Insurance www.ableinsurance.net Follow The Ball Hawk Show: Bleav Network, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcasts platforms Ahmad Hawkins Website: http://www.ahmadhawkins.com Follow on X: @IAmBallHawk Instagram: iamballhawk Facebook: Ahmad Hawkins Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

00:10 Introduction and Game Preview 01:26 Duke Blue Devils Overview 03:26 Statistical Comparison of Teams 07:17 Virginia's Home Game Performance 09:30 Defensive Strategies and Key Players 10:53 Duke's Offensive Line and Key Players 15:28 Duke's Defensive Strengths 19:22 Coaching Insights and Game Strategy 23:47 Quarterback Performance Analysis 27:38 Quarterback Decision-Making and Accountability 32:35 Injury Management and Player Positioning 36:34 Depth and Team Resilience in October 40:11 Rising Stars: Isaiah Robinson and Nate Shepherd 43:43 Tackling Techniques and Defensive Strategies 48:39 Offensive Execution and Play Calling 53:45 The Importance of Consistency and Turnovers Sponsored By: Fan Duel https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/ Able Insurance www.ableinsurance.net Follow The Ball Hawk Show: Bleav Network, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcasts platforms Ahmad Hawkins Website: http://www.ahmadhawkins.com Follow on X: @IAmBallHawk Instagram: iamballhawk Facebook: Ahmad Hawkins Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

00:10 Introduction and Overview of the Game 01:40 Game Recap: Virginia Cavaliers vs. SMU Mustangs 04:38 Analyzing Coaching Decisions and Fan Reactions 07:49 Offensive Strategy and Execution 10:54 Defensive Performance and Key Plays 13:30 Post-Game Analysis and Coach's Insights 16:10 Home Field Advantage and Team Dynamics 19:17 Quarterback Performance and Challenges 22:39 Impact of Penalties and Mistakes 26:01 Offensive Struggles and Future Outlook 44:38 Analyzing Key Plays and Decisions 52:24 Player Performances and Contributions 56:37 Offensive Strategies and Play Calling 01:02:07 Defensive Challenges and Adjustments 01:09:59 Critical Fourth Down Conversions 01:11:31 Game Analysis and Referee Decisions 01:18:14 Offensive Strategy and Execution 01:24:03 Quarterback Performance and Decision Making 01:30:45 Team Discipline and Future Challenges Sponsored By: Fan Duel https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/ Able Insurance www.ableinsurance.net Follow The Ball Hawk Show: Bleav Network, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcasts platforms Ahmad Hawkins Website: http://www.ahmadhawkins.com Follow on X: @IAmBallHawk Instagram: iamballhawk Facebook: Ahmad Hawkins Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

00:10 Introduction and Sponsorships 01:10 Previewing the Virginia Cavaliers vs. SMU Mustangs 05:03 Injury Impact and Team Performance 10:08 Statistical Analysis: Offense vs. Defense 15:28 Key Players and Their Impact 23:09 Coaching Insights and Game Strategy 36:24 Offensive Strategies and RPO Concepts 39:25 Quarterback Performance and Team Dynamics 40:32 Game Analysis and Key Matchups 50:53 Defensive Strategies and Adjustments 56:18 Game Predictions and Final Thoughts Sponsored By: Fan Duel https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/ Able Insurance www.ableinsurance.net Follow The Ball Hawk Show: Bleav Network, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcasts platforms Ahmad Hawkins Website: http://www.ahmadhawkins.com Follow on X: @IAmBallHawk Instagram: iamballhawk Facebook: Ahmad Hawkins Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

00:30 Introduction and Game Overview 03:26 Game Analysis and Key Performances 06:25 Execution and Team Dynamics 09:16 Offensive Strategies and Adjustments 12:25 Defensive Challenges and Player Highlights 15:31 Special Teams and Field Position 18:28 Statistical Breakdown and Insights 21:26 Coaching Perspectives and Future Outlook 41:19 Offensive Strategies and Execution 47:23 Discipline and Self-Inflicted Wounds 53:24 Execution Over Schemes 54:40 Leadership and Team Dynamics 01:10:36 Game Analysis and Play Design 01:13:33 Analyzing Player Decisions and Reactions 01:16:20 Innovative Play Designs and Strategies 01:18:52 Understanding Defensive Schemes and Adjustments 01:22:27 RPO Dynamics and Execution 01:25:35 Offensive Play Calling and Execution 01:30:05 Key Plays and Game-Changing Moments 01:32:13 Final Thoughts on Game Performance Sponsored By: Fan Duel https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/ Able Insurance www.ableinsurance.net Follow The Ball Hawk Show: Bleav Network, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcasts platforms Ahmad Hawkins Website: http://www.ahmadhawkins.com Follow on X: @IAmBallHawk Instagram: iamballhawk Facebook: Ahmad Hawkins Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

00:30 Introduction and Game Preview 02:24 Focus on Team Deficiencies 05:25 Coach's Press Conference Insights 12:32 Quarterback Performance and Accountability 19:35 Building Confidence and Leadership 25:14 Physicality and Team Identity 34:30 Syracuse Game Analysis 38:46 Analyzing Key Players and Stats 41:41 Offensive and Defensive Strategies 45:55 Quarterback Dynamics and Team Changes 47:16 Syracuse's Defensive Strengths 50:27 Game Preparation and Challenges 57:29 Identifying Team Identity and Future Outlook Sponsored By: Fan Duel https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/ Able Insurance www.ableinsurance.net Follow The Ball Hawk Show: Bleav Network, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcasts platforms Ahmad Hawkins Website: http://www.ahmadhawkins.com Follow on X: @IAmBallHawk Instagram: iamballhawk Facebook: Ahmad Hawkins Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.