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West Virginia is far from a Big 12 contender entering the season, mostly because of the large roster flip they underwent for the second straight year; however, they do have the opportunity to rattle off some wins early in league play that would change the narrative on this squad.

Spread & Over/Under Predictions for West Virginia vs. Coastal Carolina

It's about time, folks. Kickoff is just two days away in Morgantown, and just like last year, the Mountaineers will enter the season opener as large favorites, this time against Coastal Carolina Here are my picks for the week's game, using the numbers from FanDuel Sportsbook.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / September 2

Rich Rodriguez Shares What Made Pat White Special at WVU

Former West Virginia quarterback Pat White will have his No. 5 retired Saturday before the Mountaineers’ season opener against Coastal Carolina. Nearly 18 seasons after White last suited up for the Mountaineers, head coach Rich Rodriguez reflected on his former quarterback finally receiving one of the program’s highest honors.

Coastal Carolina HC: Everyone Thinks WVU Is ‘Back’ and Will ‘Run the Score Up’

In just a few days, we are going to get our first look at this revamped West Virginia football roster that appears to have a much higher ceiling (and floor) than the group we saw a year ago.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / September 2

The Six True Freshmen Who Made West Virginia’s Initial Two-Deep

West Virginia's future looks bright with a bunch of talented youngsters set to play massive roles this season, be it as a starter or backup. There were a few members of the 2026 recruiting class that we knew would see the field this fall, but a few others have played their way into the two-deep.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / August 31

What to Watch for When WVU's First 2026 Depth Chart Drops

It's finally game week, and that means there is a good chance we get our first look at the West Virginia depth chart tomorrow when the team releases its game notes to the media.

College Football News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / August 31

The Best Player at Every Position on WVU Football's Defense Ahead of 2026

Questions abound about the West Virginia defense in 2026. They don't have the big-time names like the offense has, but they are more experienced than they were a year ago and have the chance to post better overall production.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / August 31

WVU Fans Predict Where the Mountaineers Will Finish in the Big 12 Standings

For this week's West Virginia On SI fan poll on X, we asked where you expect the Mountaineers to finish in the Big 12 Conference standings this season.

College Basketball News / Busting Brackets / August 29

Why West Virginia may be the most overlooked team in the Big 12

West Virginia Mountaineers head coach Ross Hodge is entering his second season at the helm after going 21-14 (9-9) in his debut season. The team has been

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 28

Former Oklahoma QB named starter for Big 12 school

In the offseason, Michael Hawkins Jr. left Oklahoma for the transfer portal. Hawkins then ended up at West Virginia, and it looks like he will be the starting QB for the Mountaineers.

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Kevin Brown News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / August 28

WVU Freshman OL Kevin Brown Draws Comparison to Five-Time Pro Bowler

Kevin Brown is a needle-moving type of talent. Even as a true freshman, he is going to have a significant impact on the West Virginia offensive line, although

Every WVU Football Season Opener Result Under Rich Rodriguez

Eight more sleeps stand between the West Virginia Mountaineers and the start of the 2026 season, which begins with a home game against Coastal Carolina.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / August 27

College Football Analyst Makes Absurd WVU Record Prediction You Won’t Believe

Predictions for the West Virginia Mountaineers in year two of Rich Rodriguez's return to Morgantown are now officially all over the place. Earlier this month, we heard ESPN's Stanford Steve pick WVU to make the Big 12 title game , and on Wednesday, a prediction was made by On3's Jake Crain that might be more unrealistic than Stanford Steve's.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / August 27

How Good—and How Bad—Can WVU Be in 2026?

Earlier this month, I released my game-by-game predictions for West Virginia, putting them at 7-5. Today, we are going to take a look at what this team's ceiling and floor are.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / August 27

Former WVU RB Eugene Napoleon Makes Bold Prediction for 2026 Mountaineers

The bar is set much higher for the West Virginia Mountaineers in 2026 despite only winning four games in year one of Rich Rodriguez's return. It may not

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / August 26

EA Sports Got A Lot Wrong With the 15 WVU Players Added to College Football 27

EA Sports is updating the College Football 27 video game on Thursday, and in this update, they will be adding over 1,900 players to rosters. Most of West Virginia's expected starters and key contributors were in the game at launch, but there was still a good chunk of the roster missing.

Amir Jenkins News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / August 26