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The West Virginia Mountaineers (4-0) handed the Pitt Panthers (3-1) their first loss of the season with a resounding 71-49 victory Thursday night. West Virginia head coach Ross Hodge met with the media following the game and discussed his first Backyard Brawl win, freshman forward DJ Thomas’ 10-point night, the defensive effort and more.

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West Virginia humiliates Pitt in rivalry tilt

Harlan Obioha scored a game-high 19 points to lead West Virginia to a big win over Pitt.

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West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / November 13

Rapid Takeaways From West Virginia's Dominating Win in the Backyard Brawl

West Virginia improved to 4-0 on Thursday night, taking down Pitt in the Backyard Brawl. A few notes from tonight's action. AmirJenkins has a lot of room to grow offensively, but on the other end of the floor, he can be an absolute pest on the ball.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / November 13

West Virginia Announces Starting Lineup for Backyard Brawl

It's time to roll out the carpet and bring on the West Virginia Mountaineers as they get set to play host to bitter rival, Pitt. Both teams enter this matchup with a 3-0 record, and for WVU, they're aiming to snap a two-game skid against the Panthers.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / November 13

WVU Drops Electric Hype Video Ahead of Backyard Brawl

Thursday night at Hope Coliseum, the West Virginia Mountaineers (3-0) will square off with their better arrival from up north, the Pittsburgh Panthers (3-0), for the 192nd time.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / November 13

Can West Virginia Stay Perfect? ESPN’s Predictor Reveals the Odds vs Pitt

Here in just a few hours, the West Virginia Mountaineers (3-0) will take on the Pitt Panthers (3-0) in the 192nd edition of the Backyard Brawl. The home crowd should certainly play a factor in this one, and the computers at ESPN see it that way as well.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / November 12

Ross Hodge Scouts Pitt and Preparing for his First Backyard Brawl

The West Virginia Mountaineers (3-0) meet the Pitt Panthers (3-0) inside Hope Coliseum for the Backyard Brawl Thursday night. Tip-off is set for 6:00 p.m.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / November 12

Decision Time! Top 25 Recruit Set to Choose Between WVU, Five Others on Sunday

Here, in just a few days, West Virginia head coach Ross Hodge has an opportunity to change the future of Mountaineer basketball as the decision of 2026 four-star point guard Miles Sadler is set to be made.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / November 12

West Virginia Battling Big Ten School for 2026 Disruptive Defensive Lineman JD Hill

Winning produces good feelings, but in college football, it generates things way beyond that, such as belief in a program and its future. Last weekend,

Jaden Bray News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / November 12

Jaden Bray’s Possible Return Could Change Everything for WVU’s Offense in 2026

One of the most overlooked losses for West Virginia in 2025 is wide receiver Jaden Bray. Yes, he hasn't produced much in his two years as a Mountaineer, but that's solely due to a bothersome foot injury.

Jaden Bray News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / November 11

One More Year? Rich Rod Hints at Jaden Bray’s Potential Return to WVU Next Season

Before the season really got going, West Virginia suffered some key injuries at key spots on the offensive side of the ball, losing starting running back Jahiem White and wide receiver Jaden Bray in Week 2 against Ohio.

College Football News / Yardbarker / November 10

West Virginia flips three-star CB recruit Makhi Boone from Miami (OH)

Boone is a three-star cornerback from Lakewood, Ohio, which is right outside of Cleveland.

West Virginia holds on late to extend Colorado's misery

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Colorado QB Julian Lewis gets brutally pulled down by his hair during loss to West Virginia

Julian Lewis experienced his Ricky Williams moment during Saturday’s game.

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Diore Hubbard News / Heartland College Sports / November 8

Injuries Knock West Virginia RB Diore Hubbard Out of Game

West Virginia running back Diore Hubbard left Saturday’s game against Colorado in the first quarter after suffering an injury and did not return. Hubbard was seen heading to the locker room following the early exit, and while no official update has been given, it’s a troubling development for a Mountaineers offense already thin at the position.

Deion Sanders News / Yardbarker / November 8

Julian Lewis' first start proves Deion Sanders made Colorado-sized mistake

In his first start under center for the Colorado Buffaloes, Julian Lewis showed that he should have been the starting quarterback for head coach Deion Sanders all season.

West Virginia holds on late to extend Colorado's misery

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Deion Sanders News / Yardbarker / November 5