The Virginia football team is closing in fast on the start of its season as William & Mary comes to town on Saturday, Sept. 4. With the new campaign on the doorstep, TheSabre.com podcast returns with a close look at the defense as part of a two-part season preview. There's also a salute to UVA's Olympians in the final segment.

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Here are the time stamps for this episode:

0 - Introduction, Mandy Alonso, Aaron Faumui, + More
6:36 - Pass Defense Concerns, Third Down Defense
17:40 - Havoc Plays, Field Position, + More
28:48 - Position Preview: Safeties
34:01 - Position Preview: Cornerbacks
39:17 - Position Preview: Linebackers
46:22 - Position Preview: Defensive Line + Run Defense
55:50 - Salute To UVA Olympians