Tony Elliott and the Virginia Cavaliers have been aggressive from the get go in the spring transfer portal window, now adding yet another experienced piece to the 2025 roster at arguably the biggest position of need this portal cycle — defensive back.
After hosting him on a visit last week, the ‘Hoos made a big splash, landing Tennessee defensive back Christian Charles on Monday evening per Wahoos247.
Virginia has picked up a commitment from former Vols DB Christian Charles, Wahoos247 has learned. https://t.co/kVRNi5XzSL pic.twitter.com/aGYQDPgd2e
— Jacquie Franciulli (@JacquieFran_) April 28, 2025
Hailing from Gainesville, Georgia, Charles heads to Charlottesville after three seasons for the Vols where he appeared in 23 games from 2021-2024 while compiling 71 tackles, a pass breakup, as well as a blocked punt versus fellow ACC foe Pittsburgh in 2021.