It was bound to happen. Greyson Lambert’s big game over the weekend certainly expedited the process. The Lambert, Matt Johns discussion heated up on Wednesday.

Quick rewind, Matt Johns was named the starting quarterback coming out of spring football over Lambert. Three weeks later, Lambert announced his intention to transfer from UVa.

Ultimately, the Jesup (Ga.) native decided to return to his home state and play for the Bulldogs.

Norm Wood of the The Daily Press, a proud University of Georgia grad, asked the question to Virginia head coach Mike London during the ACC Football Coaches Teleconference.

Mike, I’ll preface this question by telling you that I understand that during the course of the season that you have very little time to worry about the fortunes of a player on another team that’s not on you schedule, but I’m sure that you’re aware or were made aware of what Greyson Lambert did last weekend at Georgia. Just kind of your thoughts, when you heard those numbers and what you thought of that.

“I actually, I didn’t hear the numbers. I heard he had a good game and I’m happy for him,” said London of Lambert. “I’m happy Greyson is at a place where he feels that he can make a contribution and do the things he needs to do.

“I’m happy for our guys. I’m happy for the guys that stayed here and chose to be here at Virginia. I’m happy for Matt Johns for who he is and what he means to our team. So, like I said, you always wish players well that leave your program for the various reasons that they may have but the things that I can control are the players that stay here, that want to be here that become great student athletes for us. That’s what the focus has been on in our game and getting ready for the Boise State game coming up.”

Just when you thought it couldn’t get more awkward, there was a follow up by Wood.

He was 24 of 25 for 330 yards and two touchdowns last weekend. And I know, I gotta think for the most part from what you’ve seen from Matt Johns so far this season, but when you hear about Greyson’s success down there, does it give you pause at all? Have you had the opportunity to sit and think about why it didn’t work out for him in Charlottesville?

“As I said, I’m happy for his success. And my concern is about the guys that we have here. And the reasons why they’re here and why they chose to be here and why they chose to stay. My concern is about Matt Johns playing the best that he can play.

“You wish all the players that have come and gone, you wish them all the success in the world. Why wouldn’t I want to? But at the same time, the most responsible outcomes for us are based on the players that are here.”

No. 7 Georgia is a 3-0 with wins over Louisiana-Monroe, Vanderbilt, and South Carolina. In those contests, Lambert has completed 43 of 58 passes (74.1%) for 587 yards, 5 touchdowns, and no interceptions.

Virginia is 1-2 with losses to No. 9 UCLA, No. 6 Notre Dame, and a win over William & Mary. In those games, Johns has completed 64 of 96 passes (66.7%) for 790 yards, 6 touchdowns, and 3 interceptions.

The reality of this situation is that Lambert wasn't cut by Virginia. He made a decision that's best for him.

And there's no real reason that this talking point continues, especially in light of the production UVa is currently receiving from the position and the improvement over last year's numbers, despite the challenging scheduled to open the season.

Virginia's passing game numbers have swiftly improved from Lambert's production last season, which was 1,632 yards at a 59-percent completion rate, 10 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions.

There's no question in this writer's mind that London is happy for Lambert sincerely. There's also no question that London is even happier with the quarterback numbers taking a leap forward with Matt Johns under center.

This could be one of those rare cases where things worked out best for parties. Hard to see Georgia fans complaining.