Virginia football notes: Jahmeer Carter sets the tone during the Cavaliers' pro day

CHARLOTTESVILLE — When Virginia’s pro day rolled into the McCue Center on Tuesday, the loudest statement came from the weight room, where defensive tackle Jahmeer Carter cranked out 31 bench-press reps, a total that turned heads among scouts and teammates alike.

Carter, a six-year fixture along the Cavaliers’ defensive line, has long carried the reputation of a “bull in the weight room,” according to program insiders. On Tuesday he converted that strength into measurable numbers, discussing the 31-rep performance moments after racking the bar and before moving into the rest of his on-field workout.

While wide receiver Cam Ross sprinted through 40-yard-dash attempts and quarterback Beau Pribula threw passes in his first official work as a Cavalier, Carter’s early-morning lift established the benchmark for the day. His effort set an energetic tone that carried through position drills and testing segments, reinforcing the veteran’s role as a tone-setter even as he eyes the next level.

Virginia’s pro day served as the first public look at the 2025 roster’s athletic capabilities and provided outgoing seniors a final platform to impress professional scouts. Carter, ever the anchor, ensured the session began with a show of strength.

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