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Virginia tight end Jelani Woods to play in East-West Shrine Bowl

Chris Graham
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Jelani Woods. Photo courtesy UVA Athletics.

Jelani Woods had 45 targets over three seasons at Oklahoma State before transferring to Virginia. His year in Charlottesville was next-level.

Woods, a 6’7”, 265-pound tight end, is now a top NFL prospect, and will work toward his pro career with an appearance in the East-West Shrine Bowl on Feb. 3 in Las Vegas.

In 2021, Woods was targeted 71 times, with 44 catches, 598 yards and eight TDs. That’s Heath Miller territory right there.

Woods will suit up for the ‘Hoos in the Wasabi Fenway Bowl next week.

Chris Graham

Chris Graham

Chris Graham, the king of "fringe media," a zero-time Virginia Sportswriter of the Year, and a member of zero Halls of Fame, is the founder and editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1994 alum of the University of Virginia, Chris is the author and co-author of seven books, including Poverty of Imagination, a memoir published in 2019. For his commentaries on news, sports and politics, go to his YouTube page, or subscribe to his Street Knowledge podcast. Email Chris at [email protected].