Couz’s Corner

West Virginia University is facing a perfect storm. Between a looming national enrollment cliff, a $45 million university budget deficit, and the skyrocketing costs of the Power 4 arms race, the future of WVU Athletics feels more uncertain than ever. In this video, we go beyond the box scores to look at the cold, hard data. We’re diving deep into the fiscal stress currently weighing on Morgantown...

Couz takes a deep dive into the survival strategy of WVU Athletics as he gives his takeaways from his recent trip to the Mountaineer Coaches Caravan. As the college football landscape shifts under NIL, the transfer portal, and constant need for more money, West Virginia is placing a massive bet on its most valuable asset: Mountaineer Nation. We explore the various reasons WVU is confident they wil...

Two national experts overlooked WVU basketball in recent rankings. Shortly after the news broke that the NCAA Tournament field would officially be expanding to 76 teams, ESPN's Joe Lunardi released an early Bracketology prediction. Surprisingly, WVU basketball was not included. Couz gives his thoughts on that. CBS Sports' Jon Rothstein also omitted WVU men's basketball from his most recent. Live 4...

West Virginia University has officially declined the $30 million line of credit offered through the Big 12’s deal with RedBird Capital. In this episode of Couz's Corner, we break down why Wren Baker and the WVU administration said "no" to the private equity-backed cash infusion and what it means for WVU Football's ability to compete in the new era of college sports. We explore the 10% interest rat...

Ross Hodge and WVU men's basketball have done it again! They have added another solid piece out of the transfer portal. This time, it's St. John's Guard, Joson Sanon. In this live show, Couz will give his thoughts on the addition of Sanon and what he brings to this WVU roster. He will also touch on what else Hodge and the staff need to add, if anything, to round out the roster. Couz will also talk...

Ross Hodge and WVU men's basketball have done it again! They have added another solid piece out of the transfer portal. This time, it's Utah forward, Seydou Traore. In this live show, Couz will give his thoughts on the addition of Traore and what he brings to this WVU roster. He will also touch on what else Hodge and the staff need to add, if anything, to round out the roster. ESPN has given WVU's...

In this episode of Couz’s Corner, we address the rumors swirling around WVU Basketball. Could we see some surprise returns to Morgantown under Ross Hodge? We’re breaking down the roster metrics and what these potential moves mean for West Virginia. Plus, we are diving deep into the data to see if the hype matches the reality. We’re performing a roster deep dive on WVU Football, analyzing the lates...

WVU Football is making massive waves in the 2027 class! 🏔️🏈 In this episode of Couz’s Corner, we break down a major four-star commitment that has the Mountaineers' 2027 class looking absolutely dangerous. But recruiting isn't just about high schoolers—it’s about winning the Transfer Portal war. We go under the hood to compare West Virginia’s portal strategy and roster metrics against Big 12 rival...

Pete Thamel at ESPN broke the news earlier today that Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby will be leaving the Red Raiders football team indefinitely to get treated for a gambling addiction. In this episode, Couz will talk about what this means for Texas Tech and for the entire Big 12 Conference. He will also share the details of the article, as well as other news from On3 that adds more alleged...

WVU Basketball Roster Revamp! Keonte Greybear & Amadou Seini Commit + Transfer Portal Reality Check for West Virginia football! The Mountaineers are making major moves on the recruiting trail! Join Couz as he breaks down a massive 24 hours for WVU Basketball and dives deep into the data behind the football program’s roster turnover. In This Episode: 🏀 Hoops: The High School Pipeline is Open....

WVU Basketball Lands FSU Guard Martin Somerville + 2026 Big 12 Blitz Prediction! | The West Virginia basketball roster continues to take shape! In today’s episode, we break down the latest addition from the transfer portal: former Florida State guard Martin Somerville. What does he bring to Morgantown, and how does he fit into the new-look backcourt? In the second half of the show, we shift gears...

Is college football headed for a massive 24-team playoff? 🏈 In today’s episode, we dive deep into the latest buzz surrounding the potential expansion of the College Football Playoff. We break down the pros and cons of moving to a 24-team format and highlight the key takeaways from Ross Dellenger’s latest reporting on the future of the postseason. Would more teams mean more excitement, or would it...

Today on Couz’s Corner, we dive deep into a massive recruiting weekend for the Mountaineers! West Virginia is set to host elite 2026 big man Amadou Seini. At 7'1" with a reported 7'5" wingspan, Seini is a rim-protecting force from Bella Vista Prep—the same program that produced current WVU commits Miles Sadler and Aliou Dioum. Is Ross Hodge about to land another cornerstone for the future? In this...

In today’s episode of Couz's Corner, we’re diving deep into the biggest storylines heading into WVU football's spring game. The pads are on, and the stakes are high in Morgantown! The question on everyone’s mind: Who takes control of the offense? We break down the quarterback position and look at who might have the hot hand in the spring game. Will the athleticism of Oklahoma transfer Michael Hawk...

The roster overhaul for WVU men's basketball is hitting high gear! In today’s episode of Couz's Corner, we’re breaking down the latest additions to the Mountaineers through the transfer portal. First, we dive into the backcourt and wing additions. Finley Bizjack brings high-level energy and scoring potential from the Big East, while Javan Buchanan adds incredible length and athleticism to the fron...

WVU basketball fans were surprised Tuesday night to find out freshman DJ Thomas will be entering the college basketball transfer portal. In this episode, Couz is joined by Austin from  @RoundballRenaissance  to talk about the potential impact this move could have on Ross Hodge and the Mountaineers. What's Inside: What players should WVU target from the transfer portal? What players are already tal...

In a recent article titled, "I Think WVU Belongs in a Mid-Major Conference Because I KNOW We Would Thrive," the writer makes the case the West Virginia Mountaineer sports belongs in a G6 or mid-major conference instead of the power 4. In this episode, Couz will explain why he does not agree with that argument. What’s inside: Analysis of the "Thrive in G6" argument & why it is flawed. The impac...

West Virginia University Athletics is at a crossroads. With the House v. NCAA settlement requiring schools to share roughly $20.5 million annually with athletes, Athletic Director Wren Baker has a massive revenue gap to fill. While many programs are begging fans for more NIL donations, WVU is taking a different path: The $150 Million West Tower Project at Milan Puskar Stadium and the modernization...

Should West Virginia Mountaineer fans be upset about the latest preseason football rankings? In this episode of Couz's Corner, we dive into why West Virginia University was picked at the bottom among all Big 12 schools in the latest lists and analyze Bill Connolly's SP+ rankings that have Mountaineer Nation heated. We also look back at some of the top moments in West Virginia football history, inc...

In this episode of Couz's Corner, we are breaking down a potential "Hidden Plan" for West Virginia University from WVU Athletic Director Wren Baker. As the college football landscape shifts, could this be the strategy that finally puts the West Virginia Mountaineers back on top of the Big 12 and the national stage? We’re also reacting to some must-hear comments from Ross Hodge’s recent interview o...

--Was the Dana Holgorsen era actually a "miss" for WVU football? Think again. In this episode of Couz's Corner, we’re taking a deep dive into the 2010 hiring of Dana Holgorsen and his tenure with the West Virginia Mountaineers. While some fans remember it as a period of missed opportunities, the data tells a different story. We’ll break down: - How many games Dana actually won at WVU compared to o...

Are the oddsmakers disrespecting the Mountaineers, or is a 5.5-win total a fair assessment for 2026? In today’s video, we’re diving deep into the latest FanDuel win totals and Big 12 Championship odds, where WVU football currently sits as a massive longshot at +6500. We also have a special treat for long-time fans in our "Where Are They Now?" segment. We're catching you up on two Mountaineer offen...

Every Mountaineer fan has scars. In this video, we're counting down the 5 most painful moments in WVU football history — the games, the plays, and the decisions that still haunt the fanbase. From heartbreaking losses to moments that changed the program forever, these are the ones we wish we could forget. Which moment hurt the most? Did we get the ranking right? Drop YOUR list in the comments — let...

Does a bigger budget guarantee more Big 12 basketball wins? We’re crunching the numbers to see if WVU is actually getting a return on its investment. The 2024–25 Big 12 season was a financial arms race. With new heavy hitters like Arizona joining the mix, the cost of competing at the top of the toughest conference in college basketball has never been higher. But as the dust settles, the data tells...