What many expected would happen eventually came early in the class of 2014 when five-star safety Quin Blanding picked UVa over an offer from just about everyone.

His decision Wednesday to end his recruitment came at a time when most college coaches, on the heels of signing day for the previous class, are still putting together their boards. It's already one of the highest-rated commitment in Virginia football history but it has the potential to change the program in a number of ways.

Many believe Blanding, the top safety in the country, could be a starter at a college program today. And to hear talent evaluators and coaches alike tell it, that may be the case.


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