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Lane Kiffin’s 51‑10 win over Clemson highlighted a strong debut, while coaches such as Eric Morris and Kyle Whittingham faced early setbacks, illustrating the wide range of outcomes among the 31 new college football head coaches.
In a tightly contested opener, West Virginia rallied from a slow second half to secure a 31-24 victory over Coastal Carolina, highlighted by dual touchdowns from Cam Cook and Michael Hawkins Jr. and a milestone win for coach Rich Rodriguez.
West Virginia University will begin its 2026 football season on Saturday at noon, hosting Coastal Carolina at Milan Puskar Stadium. The game highlights the Mountaineers' all‑white uniform tradition, a celebrated tailgate, and the emergence of star players, while Coastal Carolina looks to rebound under new head coach Ryan Beard.
West Virginia University’s football program opens its 134th season on September 5 against Coastal Carolina, featuring a new coaching staff, a historic jersey retirement, and a fierce quarterback competition.
Returning stalwarts Tray Brown and Se’Von McDowell headline a revamped linebacker corps, complemented by transfers Jordan Thompson, Marcellius Pulliam and others seeking to elevate Coastal Carolina’s defense.
West Virginia University’s football program enters the 2026 season under second‑year head coach Rich Rodriguez, who believes the roster is deeper and faster than a year ago. After a 4‑8 finish in 2025, the Mountaineers are aiming for a balanced schedule that could deliver the six wins needed for bowl eligibility.
Coastal Carolina opens the Ryan Beard era with a high‑stakes matchup against West Virginia, setting the tone for a season that blends tradition with new ambition.
Single‑game tickets for the 2026 Coastal Carolina football season are now available, featuring a six‑game home slate at Brooks Stadium, themed promotions and the debut of head coach Ryan Beard’s full season.
Media Days on July 15‑16 in New Orleans will stream on ESPN+, featuring award‑winning punter Evan Crenshaw, three new head coaches and Commissioner Keith Gill’s State of the Conference address.
The Sun Belt will open its 2026 campaign with a two‑day Media Days event in New Orleans, showcasing the conference’s first College Football Playoff berth, multiple 10‑win teams and the arrival of Louisiana Tech.
In a recent interview, head coach Ryan Beard detailed the program’s growth, key focus areas, and mindset as the team prepares for the upcoming preseason.
The Sun Belt Conference will host its annual Media Days in New Orleans, spotlighting new head coaches, returning standouts and the league’s first College Football Playoff appearance.
After a breakthrough 2025 season, Missouri State University has dramatically increased salaries for its new football coaching staff, led by head coach Casey Woods, as it seeks to cement its rise into the Football Bowl Subdivision.
The Chanticleers will showcase their roster at the 2026 Sun Belt Football Media Days, broadcast on ESPN+, ahead of a challenging schedule that includes a season‑opening test against West Virginia.
The Sun Belt Conference will open its 2026 football season with Media Days in New Orleans, featuring head coaches, student‑athletes and key storylines that could shape the league's playoff aspirations.
Jackson Francois, a University of Arizona alumnus, serves as head boys basketball coach at Walden Grove and offensive coordinator for Sahuaro’s football team, aiming to build winning programs and eventually become a football agent.
Media Days for the 2026 Sun Belt football season are set for July 15‑16 in New Orleans, featuring a State of the Conference address from Commissioner Keith Gill and the debut of Louisiana Tech under Sonny Cumbie.
The conference reveals a two‑day media event in New Orleans, featuring all 14 football programs, with Coastal Carolina’s coach Ryan Beard and Louisiana Tech’s first appearance highlighted.
The Bears concluded a demanding Conference USA campaign with a spot in the NCAA Tournament, driven by a tough schedule and a top‑ranked RPI.
The Chanticleers will open on the road, host a Beach Bash with a White Out, and feature two nationally televised matchups, underscoring a schedule designed to test the team and engage fans.
A look at the key storylines, player moves and predictions surrounding the Mountaineers' season opener against the Chanticleers.