As the Mountaineers gear up for another campaign, a flood of fan inquiries has sparked a series of over‑under forecasts that paint a vivid picture of what to expect on the gridiron. The coaching cadre, featuring Scotty Fox, Jaden Bray, Nick Krahe, Ben Cutter, Nate Gabriel, Corey McIntyre Jr., and Nick Taylor, will shape the strategic approach.
Snap Dynamics and Player Visibility
Analysts are betting on more than five and a half familiar faces from the 2025 roster becoming household names, a testament to the program’s growing visibility.
At the helm, Michael Hawkins is projected to mirror his 2023 output — steady, efficient, yet unlikely to break the 16‑yard average per completion barrier.
The snap count conversation extends beyond the starter, with more than two and a half quarterbacks slated to see action, notably in the early non‑conference showdown against UT Martin.
Running back Cam Cook is expected to inch just under the 1,200‑yard mark, while Amari Latimer is forecast to surge past 650 rushing yards, positioning him as the sole candidate to breach the 1,000‑yard threshold.
Defensively, the line’s discipline should keep sack totals below 25, potentially culminating in a single‑digit sack total by season’s end.
Interception expectations are modest for Matt Sieg, who is unlikely to exceed two and a half picks, while the offense aims to diversify scoring opportunities.
Touchdown distribution appears concentrated, with only one or two athletes projected to reach double‑digit scoring, underscoring the need for broader offensive diversification.
Mid‑August will bring the first game‑by‑game breakdowns, offering a roadmap to a seven‑win season that fans can track as the schedule unfolds.