Offseason Landscape
The Mountaineers' 2026 depth chart is being refined throughout the offseason as the program works to rebuild after a 4‑8 record in 2025 under head coach Rich Rodriguez.
Coach Rodriguez has emphasized competition at the safety position, and senior safety Andrew Powdrell has earned a starting role after impressing with testing metrics and the coach's public endorsement.
Among the newest additions, junior college defensive back Tim Roberson has secured a spot on the roster, while freshman defensive end Kamdon Gillespie was released from his national letter of intent, illustrating the fluid nature of the roster.
The influx of talent includes a wave of January commitments: safety Kameron Reddic, fullback Kayden Luke, linebacker Jason Hall and edge rusher Zeke Campbell, along with a group of transfers from power‑four programs such as Michael Hawkins Jr., Maliek Hawkins and Geimere Latimer II.
Additional transfers have bolstered the defensive backfield and offensive line, including cornerback Andrew Powdrell from UNLV, wide receiver Prince Strachan, and offensive linemen Amare Grayson and Cameron Griffin, while veteran players like Brandon Homady and Mickel Clay are set to depart.
The coaching staff has also seen movement on the offensive side, with tight end Cam Ball arriving from a previous program and offensive linemen Carsten Casady and Harper Holloman joining the group, while veteran edge rusher Curtis Jones Jr. has entered the transfer portal.
Overall, the depth chart reflects a blend of incoming freshmen, JUCO recruits, and experienced transfers, while notable departures such as wide receiver Rodney Gallagher III and defensive lineman Asani Redwood are scheduled for early January, signaling a dynamic reshaping of the squad.