West Virginia Football Lands Commitment from 2026 DL Cam Mallory

West Virginia’s rising class of 2026 just got a serious shot in the arm with the commitment of defensive lineman Cam Mallory—an Alabama native who could make noise early in Morgantown.

At 6-foot-2, 295 pounds, Mallory is a true run-stuffer, the kind of player who thrives in the trenches and wrecks offensive schemes before they reach the second level. In his junior season at Moody High School, he racked up 96 tackles, 22 tackles for loss, and 12 sacks—numbers that reflect consistent disruption rather than flash stats. That production speaks to both his effort and physical ceiling, qualities WVU’s coaching staff clearly values.

Mallory’s versatility is another major plus. While he primarily lines up as a 2-tech, he’s comfortable sliding to the 5-tech and has some pass-rush upside, though he’s at his best anchoring against the run. His lower-center-of-gravity style and power allow him to drive blockers off the ball consistently, and his relentless pursuit ends too often in negative plays. West Virginia has schemed to deploy him inside and up front, a focal point on the defensive line going forward.

Choosing WVU over more than 20 other offers—including Missouri, Louisville, Georgia Tech, Stanford, Vanderbilt, Cincinnati, and others—speaks volumes about how he views the Mountaineers’ path. An official visit to Morgantown clearly solidified the connection. William Green, WVU’s defensive line coach, first offered him a scholarship in February and then sealed the deal during that campus trip.

What makes Mallory especially intriguing is his immediate fit in a class that desperately needs interior depth. WVU is losing several starting defensive linemen after 2025 due to graduation, and Mallory slots in as the first defensive line commit of this class. His early opportunity to rotate in could give Morgantown the kind of stability it’s banking on—especially in a Big 12 that emphasizes multifront defensive versatility.

Contextually, WVU’s 2026 class is off to a hot start. They’ve already locked in cornerbacks, linebackers, and offensive linemen, building a balanced foundation across all three levels. Mallory’s addition adds beef in the middle and sends a message: WVU isn’t just chasing flash recruits, but identity-fit pieces that reinforce scheme integrity and physicality.

In short, Mallory’s commitment might just be the lever that helps turn WVU’s defensive line from strength to statement. In a conference where defensive depth matters more now than ever—and recruiting is a game of both projection and production—this Alabama run-stuffer could be an early-game-changer for the Mountaineers.