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West Virginia is Pursuing a Veteran Lineman Who Hasn't Allowed a Sack in Three Years

It's no secret that the West Virginia Mountaineers are going to be rebuilding the offensive line this offseason through the transfer portal. They need help in and in a big way, specifically on the interior.

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West Virginia Lands Second Transfer Portal Commitment on Defense

West Virginia University defensive coordinator Zach Alley has secured the program’s second commitment out of the NCAA Transfer Portal in as many days, landing UNLV linebacker Isaiah Patterson shortly after defensive lineman Will LeBlanc pledged to the Mountaineers on Saturday.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / January 4

Sunday Morning Thoughts: The Horses Just Aren't There for West Virginia

As expected, West Virginia got blown out in its Big 12 opener against Iowa State, 80-59, dropping the Mountaineers to 9-5 on the season. It's becoming more and more clear that this year is going to be a constant uphill battle, and one that WVU may not be able to fix until the offseason.

College Football News / Heartland College Sports / January 3

West Virginia Set to Host Intriguing Transfer Quarterback

A name familiar to some Big 12 fans, Oklahoma quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr., is set for a visit in Morgantown to check out the West Virginia Mountaineers.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / January 3

West Virginia Cornerback Jordan Scruggs Makes Decision on Future

A year ago, when West Virginia signed South Alabama cornerback transfer Jordan Scruggs, they thought they'd only have him for one year. Well, with all of this uncertainty surrounding the eligibility of players who spent time in junior college, there's a chance that Scruggs can get one more year.

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

Stock Up, Stock Down: Evaluations From West Virginia's Brutal Start to Big 12 Play

No. 3 Iowa State took care of business against West Virginia on Friday night in the Big 12 opener, winning by a score of 80-59. The loss drops the Mountaineers to 9-5 on the season, while the Cyclones remain unbeaten at 14-0.

Three Quick Thoughts Following West Virginia's Big 12 Opening Loss to Iowa State

Tonight's Big 12 opener went as expected for West Virginia. The Mountaineers were dominated by No. 3 Iowa State, and being without starting forward Brenen Lorient (undisclosed injury) didn't help the matter.

West Virginia Starting Five vs. No. 3 Iowa State

The West Virginia Mountaineers (9-4) are on the road for their first true road game of the season to open the Big 12 Conference schedule against No. 3 Iowa State (12-0).

College Football News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / January 2

West Virginia is Hosting Veteran Sun Belt Pass Rusher for an Official Visit

West Virginia's coaching staff is busy, busy, busy. They're reaching out to players in the portal and getting visits set up, if there's interest and the schedule allows it.

Josiah Trotter News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / January 2

Josiah Trotter Still Calls Himself a Mountaineer in NFL Draft Announcement

Nowadays, seeing a player begin and end his career with the same school is becoming increasingly rare. In the past, we'd only follow those who went on to the next level who finished their career at West Virginia, but moving forward, there may be some exceptions to that.

College Basketball News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / January 2

West Virginia Without a Key Starter for Big 12 Opener vs. No. 3 Iowa State

Well, as if things weren't already going to be challenging for West Virginia tonight, it just got even tougher. Late last night, the Big 12 availability report came out, and starting forward Brenen Lorient has been ruled out for the Mountaineers' Big 12 opener against No.

Can WVU Pull Off a Stunner Against Iowa State? ESPN Reveals the Mountaineers' Chances

What are the odds of taking down the third-ranked team in the nation? Probably not very good, right? As expected, the computers over at ESPN don't expect West Virginia to pull the stunner against Iowa State on Friday night.

Nicco Marchiol News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / January 1

Nicco Marchiol Reflects on Time at West Virginia, Announces Decision to Enter Portal

A move that had been talked about for the last few months is set to become official tomorrow morning — West Virginia quarterback Nicco Marchiol will be entering the transfer portal.

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

Could Deuce Knight Be the Dual Threat QB West Virginia Seeks in the Portal This Month?

West Virginia will be adding a quarterback via the transfer portal sometime this month; it's just a matter of when and who. Leading up to the opening of the portal, and even after, we'll continue to identify potential fits for Rich Rodriguez's system.

Hammond Russell News / Heartland College Sports / December 31

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.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / Heartland College Sports / December 31

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.

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

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.