Washington (D.C.) Coolidge defensive tackle Marvin Austin (6-foot-3, 300 pounds, 4.8 seconds) is one of the most physically gifted defensive linemen in the 2007 class. Austin, who is rated the No. 2 player in the nation by Rivals.com, has narrowed his list to 10 schools and UVa has made the cut. Another cut is on the horizon for the D.C. defensive tackle. Will Virginia continue to stay in the running for the five-star stud?

"Virignia is a great school and they will continue to be a factor in my recruitment," said Austin.

Austin talked about the reasons why.

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