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Phil Steele Drops Prediction for WVU's Crucial Matchup vs. Arizona

College football expert Phil Steele has been riding with the West Virginia Mountaineers since the preseason and despite back-to-back disappointing performances to open Big 12 Conference play, he's not ready to sell all of his stock in the Old Gold and Blue.

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How Many Wins Can WVU Still Get in 2026? Phil Steele Weighs In

A couple of losses in a row may seem like the world is crumbling, but in all reality, there is still a ton of football left for the Mountaineers, and a successful season can still be had.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / October 8

Three WVU Players Listed as 'Questionable', TE Cam Ball is 'Doubtful' vs. Arizona

The first availability report of the week has been submitted by the West Virginia Mountaineers, and there are some things we will need to keep a close eye on leading up to kickoff.

College Football News / SuperWest Sports / October 8

2026 Week 6 Top Big 12 College Football Storylines: Analyzing the current state of the conference heading into this weekend's games

The Big 12 enters Week 6 with five teams ranked in the AP Top 25. Only the SEC and Big Ten have more. That shows the respect the league currently enjoys on a national level.

College Football News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / October 7

Rich Rodriguez Sends a Message About Mike Hawkins Jr.’s Passing Ability

It's no secret that West Virginia likes to run the football, and when you have two dynamic players like Cam Cook and dual-threat quarterback Mike Hawkins Jr., it's easy to see why.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / October 7

Mountaineers in the NFL: Week 4 Roundup

The West Virginia Mountaineers suffered their second consecutive loss after a 3-0 start to the season in Ames this weekend as they fell 45-42 to the Iowa State Cyclones this past Saturday.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / October 7

Mountaineers in the NFL: Week 5 Roundup

The West Virginia Mountaineers suffered their second consecutive loss after a 3-0 start to the season in Ames this weekend as they fell 45-42 to the Iowa State Cyclones this past Saturday.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / October 6

Alley Admits WVU is Doing Too Much: 'It's Simple to Say That It Ain't F------ Worked'

When the West Virginia defense takes the field this year, it's usually a pretty good time to get up, go to the bathroom, get a snack, flip through the channels to see other scores, etc.

Chris Wilson News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / October 5

West Virginia Commit Chris Wilson, 17, Dies in Shooting

Devastating news out of Indiana this morning as West Virginia football defensive line commit Chris Wilson of Yorktown, Indiana, was tragically killed in a shooting Monday morning.

College Basketball News / Busting Brackets / October 5

West Virginia Basketball: 2026-27 season preview for the Mountaineers

After what’s certainly been a rocky stretch in program history, West Virginia is finally realizing some stability. Legendary coach Bob Huggins was dismissed, then interim coach Josh Eilert was shown the door after one season before Darian DeVries bolted from Morgantown for the Indiana job after just one year.

Honor Huff News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / October 5

Honor Huff Seeking Fifth Year of Eligibility, Files Complaint Against the NCAA

West Virginia is a month away from the start of the 2026-27 season, and they are not entirely sure what their roster will look like. Brenen Lorient and Javan Buchanan were granted a preliminary injunction by the courts for a fifth year of eligibility, but the NCAA is appealing the decision.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / October 5

Big 12 Power Rankings: Two Big Risers, West Virginia Tumbles Near the Bottom

The second full weekend of Big 12 Conference play is in the books, and we have a couple of big movers in our weekly power rankings with Baylor and Iowa State shooting up the list, thanks to wins over Arizona State and West Virginia.

WVU's Bowl Stock Tanks After 2nd Straight Loss — Now in Danger of Missing the Postseason

Well, just a few weeks ago, West Virginia was projected to play in some quality bowl games and was a consensus pick to make it to the postseason. Now, after two straight losses, including one to one of the perceived worst teams in the Big 12 (Iowa State), their hopes of making a bowl are in danger, especially when you look at the road ahead.

Steve Slaton News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / October 5

Rich Rod May Have Actually Recreated Pat White and Steve Slaton

The defense is a major problem for West Virginia. The good news is that the offense is exactly what everyone hoped it would be, and maybe even a little better, thanks to the dynamic and explosive duo of QB Mike Hawkins Jr.

West Virginia Women Take Down Marshall at Home 214-61

By SwimSwam on SwimSwam October 2, 2026 Morgantown, WV SCY (25 yards) Results Final Score: West Virginia 214, Marshall 61 Courtesy of West Virginia Athletics MORGANTOWN, W.Va.

College Football News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / October 4

WVU Can’t Stop Anyone, Yet It Can Still Beat Almost Anyone on the Schedule

It may feel like the West Virginia Mountaineers are in line for another long season, and that could very well be the case, but with the way this offense is humming, they'll still have a chance in every game they play.

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

New WVU Hoops Depth Chart Projection with Brenen Lorient & Javan Buchanan Eligible

A big sigh of relief was let out by West Virginia head coach Ross Hodge on Wednesday when the courts sided with Brenen Lorient and Javan Buchanan, giving them a fifth year of eligibility.

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

Ben McDougal Cleared to Return for Fifth Season

West Virginia University reliever Ben McDougal was granted a fifth season following a federal court ruling on Wednesday. US District Judge John Preston Bailey for the Northern District of West Virginia granted a preliminary injunction for McDougal.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / September 22

Oklahoma State at West Virginia odds: Opening point spread revealed

Oklahoma State and West Virginia are ready for a pivotal Big 12 showdown to highlight Week 4 of the college football regular season and the odds, via the Polymarket App, have been revealed.

Noel Devine News / EssentiallySports / September 14

Victim Claims West Virginia Coach Traced Her Location as New Details Emerge in Alleged Assault Case

Noel Devine, a 38-year-old former West Virginia University star running back who returned to his alma mater in 2025 as an assistant RB coach, was arrested on September 13 following a felony strangulation charge.

Darius Wiley News / Heartland College Sports / September 5

West Virginia Defensive Lineman Darius Wiley Carted Off vs. Coastal Carolina

West Virginia suffered a concerning injury during Saturday’s game against Coastal Carolina, as defensive lineman Darius Wiley was carted off the field.

Michael Hawkins 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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West Virginia Mountaineers News / Heartland College Sports / July 29

West Virginia Needs the Backyard Brawl More Than Ever in the Big 12

When West Virginia joined the Big 12 in 2012, one of the biggest concerns was whether the Mountaineers would lose the rivalries that helped define the program.