A Dual-Threat Arrives
Max Anderson, a 6‑foot, 208‑pound quarterback from the eastern panhandle of West Virginia, joins the Mountaineers as a redshirt freshman after a standout prep career.
During his senior season at Spring Mills High School he led the team to its first ever state championship game in football, earning Championship MVP honors despite a narrow loss, and also captured a basketball title, underscoring his athletic range.
He threw for 16 touchdowns against only three interceptions and added 11 rushing scores, averaging 11.7 yards per carry, numbers that illustrate his dual‑threat capability.
Coach Rich Rodriguez has long coveted a quarterback who can both pass and run, and Anderson’s skill set aligns perfectly with that prototype.
Having spent a year mastering Rodriguez’s playbook, Anderson is expected to see limited snaps unless injuries open the door, but the coaching staff remains confident in his long‑term impact.