[Tuck4Bama]

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) -- Virginia defensive end Jeffrey Fitzgerald is not enrolled in classes this semester.

Sports information director Jim Daves confirmed Monday the sophomore from Richmond, who is been expected to take over as the team's top pass-rusher with the departure of Chris Long to the NFL, is no longer a student but declined to comment further, citing privacy issues.

The 6-foot-3, 279-pound Fitzgerald was a two-year starter who had 11 1/2 tackles for a loss and seven sacks last season. He also had two interceptions, including one he returned for a touchdown, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery.

SI.com - NCAA Football - Virginia loses two-year starter at defensive end - Monday February 25, 2008 10:32PM

[Lefty Noob]

Wow, that's huge. They lose not only Long but also his replacement. How badly will this impact the Cavalier defense? Devastating, I would say.