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During a Texas summit, Big 12 coaches and administrators voiced unanimous support for expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams, citing the need for greater representation and a more sustainable postseason model.
After a high‑profile stint as Oklahoma’s defensive play‑caller, Zac Alley is set to join West Virginia, where he will lead a unit under Rich Rodriguez’s redemption plan, bringing a $1.5 million salary and a vision that leverages the Mountaineers’ historic legacy.
The 2026 meeting between West Virginia and Oklahoma State arrives amid a program‑wide rebuild for the Cowboys and a second‑year resurgence for the Mountaineers, promising a close contest.
A phone call from Nick Saban to Rich Rodriguez ignites optimism for a program seeking to reclaim its former glory.
Former Michigan coach Rich Rodriguez reflects on his ill‑fated tenure, admits he misjudged West Virginia’s resources, and explains how the experience reshaped his career and the programs involved.
Rich Rodriguez admits that his three‑year stint at the University of Michigan was a mistake, citing incomplete evaluation of West Virginia and the importance of authentic leadership. His candid reflections follow Michigan’s hiring of Jim Harbaugh and his own return to West Virginia, where both parties hope to rebuild on new foundations.
Transfer of the country's top rusher to West Virginia University brings high expectations for a revitalized attack.
Michigan Wolverines are exploring high‑profile non‑conference games that could reshape their schedule, featuring teams like Tennessee, Georgia, LSU, Clemson and West Virginia.
Rich Rodriguez’s second year at the helm brings a mix of proven talent and fresh faces, with high expectations for offensive firepower and defensive improvement.
Rich Rodriguez’s first season back at West Virginia ended 4‑8, yet his career includes multiple double‑digit win seasons, a Fiesta Bowl victory and a history of lifting programs to new heights. A recent CBS Sports ranking has sparked debate over the criteria used to evaluate coaches.
The Mountaineers' 2026 football slate was unveiled this week, laying out a compelling opening stretch that blends home‑field advantage with high‑profile road tests. Fans can now purchase season tickets at $399 for seven home games.
Rich Rodriguez admits his tenure at Michigan was a mistake, recounts a .405 winning percentage and winless record against Ohio State and Michigan State, and explains how those hard lessons shaped his return to West Virginia.
Three-star offensive lineman Lamarcus Dillard pledged to West Virginia University in June 2025, opting for the Mountaineers over several Power Four programs and joining a coaching staff anchored by veteran Rick Trickett.
After a redshirt season at Jacksonville State and a year without game action, Andre Devine is poised to join the West Virginia Mountaineers roster, bringing his family legacy and versatile skill set to the field.
A panel of voters ranks college football coaches across the Power Four conferences, highlighting the subjectivity of the list and profiling the lowest‑ranked and rising leaders.
During spring practices, UNLV’s newest defensive back impressed head coach Rich Rodriguez with record‑setting speed and vertical metrics, earning a guaranteed starting position and positioning himself as the program’s biggest riser for the upcoming season.
Six-foot-6, 304-pound tackle Carsten Casady inked his letter of intent in January 2026, bringing a flawless pass‑protection record and elite rankings to the Mountaineer program.
The 2026 schedule blends modest non‑conference foes with a gauntlet of top‑tier Big 12 rivals, setting the stage for a rebuilding Cyclones team under head coach Jimmy Rogers.
The 2026 Cyclones face a mixed slate of opponents, from Southeast Missouri State to BYU, as they navigate a challenging Big 12 landscape under head coach Jimmy Rogers.
West Virginia University’s head coach Rich Rodriguez continues to fine‑tune the 2026 roster, recently announcing the addition of defensive lineman Emerson Joy from the University of Alberta in Canada.
The push to expand the College Football Playoff promises more revenue and exposure, yet a bigger field may not translate into a clearer path to a national championship for West Virginia University.
Anonymous coaches have changed their tone about WVU football in 2026, showing optimism about Rich Rodriguez's team. They emphasize speed, recruiting progress, and the need for a strong quarterback between Scotty Fox and Michael Hawkins Jr.
Taylor Brown, a redshirt freshman defensive lineman, stayed with West Virginia University through a coaching transition, added significant weight, earned a four‑star rating, and is poised for a rotational role on special teams.
An annual, anonymous poll of college football coaches offers a glimpse into how they view West Virginia's prospects against conference rivals and the strategic moves underway under head coach Rich Rodriguez.