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West Virginia Receives Disappointing Start in NCAA's Initial NET Rankings

A disappointing weekend in the Charleston Classic a week ago has already put a major dent in West Virginia's NCAA Tournament resume. It's still way too early in the season to panic, but the Mountaineers have dug themselves a bit of a hole.

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WVU Strikes Again! JUCO CB Da'Mun Allen to Follow Teammate to Morgantown

For the second time this afternoon, West Virginia has picked up a commitment from a Hutchinson Community College cornerback. Moments ago, Da'Mun Allen (6'3", 190 lbs) announced his pledge, just minutes after his teammate, Rayshawn Reynolds, posted that he would be coming to Morgantown.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / December 1

JUCO Cornerback Rayshawn Reynolds Shuts Down Recruitment, Picks West Virginia

Monday afternoon, junior college cornerback Rayshawn Reynolds Jr. announced on X that he is committed to West Virginia. Reynolds plays at Hutchinson CC, which has served as a mini pipeline in some ways for the Mountaineers since Rich Rod and Co.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / December 1

2026 CB Emari Peterson Announces He's Decommitting From West Virginia

Sunday evening, the West Virginia Mountaineers lost a piece of their 2026 recruiting class with Orlando, Florida, cornerback Emari Peterson (6'0", 185 lbs) opening up his recruitment.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / December 1

Top JUCO Wide Receiver Backs Off Commitment to West Virginia

Nearly a month after announcing his pledge to West Virginia, junior college wide receiver Keon Hutchins decommitted from the program on Sunday evening.

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

Rapid Takeaways Following West Virginia's Drubbing of Mercyhurst

Sunday evening, the West Virginia Mountaineers took care of business against Mercyhurst with a blowout win to improve to 6-2 on the season. Just a few quick takeaways from this one.

West Virginia Starting Five vs. Mercyhurst

The West Virginia Mountaineers (5-2) are warming up and eager to take on the Mercyhurst Lakers (3-4). Tip-off is set for 3:00 p.m. EST and the action is streaming on ESPN+.

College Basketball News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / November 30

Predicting the Final Score for West Virginia's Matchup Against Mercyhurst

The West Virginia Mountaineers (5-2) welcome the Mercyhurst Lakers (3-4) to the Hope Coliseum Sunday afternoon at 3:00 p.m. EST. The action will stream on ESPN+.

College Basketball News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / November 30

West Virginia vs. Mercyhurst: Preview and odds

After nearly a week of rest, the West Virginia Mountaineers return home to Hope Coliseum looking to snap a two-game skid as the Mercyhurst Lakers come to town.

Sunday Morning Thoughts: Rich Rod Isn't Going to Cut Corners in This Rebuild

Losing 49-0 is not how anyone expected the season to end for West Virginia. Everyone knew the challenges that Texas Tech presented and knew it would likely be a two-score or more defeat.

College Football News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / November 30

West Virginia Attempting to Flip Ohio State Wide Receiver Commit

Now that the season is over, West Virginia head coach Rich Rodriguez has quickly turned his focus to recruiting to try to "fix" many of the Mountaineers' issues.

Reid Carrico News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / November 29

Reid Carrico Caps Career With Gritty Performance in Season Finale

West Virginia University linebacker Reid Carrico concluded his collegiate career Saturday afternoon in the season finale against Texas Tech. The redshirt senior left everything he had on the field, tallying a season-high 11 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss and a sack.

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

Rich Rodriguez Addresses Rushing Woes Against Tech and Evaluating for the '26 Season

The West Virginia Mountaineers (4-8, 2-7) concluded the regular season with a humbling 49-0 loss to Texas Tech (11-1, 9-1) on Saturday. West Virginia University head coach Rich Rodriguez met with the media following the game and addressed the Mountaineers shortcomings against the Red Raiders.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / Heartland College Sports / November 18

West Virginia Football Wins Out on An Incredible Prospect

West Virginia just landed one of its biggest recruiting wins in years. Four-star offensive tackle Kevin Brown is staying home, announcing his commitment to the Mountaineers for the 2026 class.