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West Virginia Losing Another Key Starter to the Transfer Portal

Another day, another transfer portal loss for West Virginia. This time, it’s starting defensive lineman Hammond Russell who’s heading out. That’s a big body gone from the middle of the Mountaineers’ defensive front, and it’s not one that’s easily replaced.

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West Virginia Loses Another RB to the Transfer Portal

West Virginia’s backfield just lost another piece as running back Cyncir Bowers has entered the transfer portal, becoming the third Mountaineer back to do so this offseason, joining Diore Hubbard and Jahiem White.

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Predicting How West Virginia Will Rebuild Its Offensive Line Through the Portal

Here in just a few days, West Virginia's coaching staff will be hitting up the transfer portal heavily, looking to load up on the offensive line. Not only will the Mountaineers look to add some plug-and-play starters at the two guard spots, but they will be looking to add depth pieces as well.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / December 30

Rich Rodriguez Announces Hiring of Rick Trickett to Lead WVU Offensive Line

Monday evening, West Virginia University football coach Rich Rodriguez announced the hiring of Rick Trickett as the Mountaineers’ offensive line coach.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / December 30

West Virginia 2026 Signee Named Among Seven Finalists for National Player of the Year

Rich Rodriguez pieced together one heck of a recruiting class this cycle, adding well over 40 players during the signing period, pushing 50. The bigger surprise was the flip of four-star athlete Matt Sieg, who picked the Mountaineers over Penn State, Pitt, Virginia Tech, Indiana, and Notre Dame.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / December 30

West Virginia Fans Predict How Many Big 12 Wins the Mountaineers Will Get

Here in just a few days, the West Virginia Mountaineers will finally return to action after another week-long hiatus, and will open the lid on Big 12 Conference play against Iowa State on the road.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / December 29

Three New Year's Resolutions That Could Unlock West Virginia's Full Potential

Now that Santy Claus has dropped off his gifts to the world, it's time to shift our focus to the New Year and make some resolutions. Everyone wants to start 2026 off on the right foot and improve some things about their quality of life.

Kekoura Tarnue News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / December 28

WVU Safety Kekoura Tarnue Set to Pursue Professional Football Career

West Virginia University safety Kekoura Tarnue announced on social media he is entering his name for the 2026 NFL, CFL, and UFL Draft. “First and foremost, I want to thank God for blessing me with the opportunity to play the game I love.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / December 28

West Virginia Newcomer Reacts to Cam Vaughn's Expected Portal Entry

The news that West Virginia wide receiver Cam Vaughn would be entering the transfer portal took everybody by surprise, considering he had just stated a few days prior, "I'm a Mountaineer for life," during a live stream when asked by a fan if he would be staying in Morgantown.

College Football News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / December 28

An Updated WVU WR Depth Chart Projection Following the Cam Vaughn News

West Virginia wide receivers Cam Vaughn and Jarel Williams announced their intentions to enter the transfer portal on Saturday, leaving the group with just two players who had a major role this past season — Rodney Gallagher and Jaden Bray.

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

How Many Games Can West Virginia Win in 2026 if Scotty Fox Jr. is QB1?

There are a bunch of changes coming to the West Virginia football roster with the transfer portal set to open next week on January 2nd. As of today, soon-to-be sophomore quarterback Scotty Fox Jr.

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

Two New QB Portal Options That Actually Make Sense for Rich Rod, West Virginia

As we discussed yesterday, if West Virginia is going to bring in a quarterback through the transfer portal (they will), it won't be someone who comes with a high price tag.

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

Predicting Every Game on West Virginia's Big 12 Conference Schedule

We're one week away from big boy basketball for the next three months straight, as West Virginia will begin the conference portion of its schedule next Friday in Ames against Iowa State — a team many believe has a strong chance to win the Big 12.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / December 24

What KenPom, BPI, NET, + Other Analytics Reveal About West Virginia's Season

With a pause in the action, it's a good time to take a look at how the analytics love (or dislike) West Virginia to this point in the season. Current ranking: 67th West Virginia is 111th in offensive rating, according to KenPom's metrics, which makes a ton of sense.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / December 23