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The Mountaineers smell blood. WVU returns to Morgantown with a chance to do something they haven’t done all season—stack wins. After a gutsy performance last week, Rich Rodriguez's squad is hungry to prove it wasn’t a fluke. Meanwhile, Colorado limps in battered and broken, fresh off two humiliating blowout losses that exposed every crack in Deion Sanders’ foundation. This isn’t just a game. It’s...

In this hard-hitting recap, we break down West Virginia’s showdown with Houston—every explosive play, every missed opportunity, and the emotional rollercoaster that left fans asking: is this the turning point for Rich Rodriguez 2.0? From sideline energy to schematic shifts, we dig into what’s real and what’s hype. Has WVU finally found its identity, or are we chasing ghosts from the past? Drop you...

TCU rolls into Morgantown as a 15.5-point favorite, but this matchup is anything but predictable. In this video, we break down key analytics, BRI predictions, and Vegas odds to expose where West Virginia might have a shot—or get steamrolled. With Scotty Fox under center and ten Mountaineers ruled out, WVU faces a brutal uphill climb. But is there a path to redemption? This isn’t just another Big 1...

The West Virginia #mountaineers hit the road for a high-stakes #big12 showdown against the #BYU Cougars in Provo, Utah. In this video, we break down everything you need to know about this pivotal matchup—offensive keys, defensive matchups, coaching strategies, and what it’ll take for #wvu Football to pull off a statement win. 📉 WVU’s offense has struggled to find consistency, and facing a physica...

The Utah Utes made their first-ever trip to Morgantown to face a West Virginia Mountaineers squad desperate to find rhythm on offense. In this video, we break down every angle of this Big 12 showdown—from coaching decisions to quarterback play, defensive breakdowns, and the emotional pulse of #Mountaineer Nation.

The Utah Utes make their first-ever trip to Milan Puskar Stadium to face a West Virginia Mountaineers team searching for answers on offense. In this video, we break down the matchup, the stakes, and what #WVU must do to survive the storm. With the Mountaineer offense struggling, can the young talent rise to the occasion against one of the Big 12’s toughest defenses? We dive into coaching decisions...

After a tough 41-10 loss to Kansas, #mountaineer Nation is hurting—but this is not the end. In this video, we break down the pain, the promise, and the path forward for #westvirginiafootball. From rebuilding the roster to developing young talent, the future of #wvu is brighter than it seems. 🏈 Rebuilding Season doesn’t mean giving up—it means laying the foundation for greatness. We talk coaching...

The Mountaineers are off to a confident start, but Week 2 brings a different kind of challenge. In this Trust The Beard segment, we break down #wvu's trip to Athens to face a battle-tested Ohio squad that’s hungry for a Power Five upset. This isn’t just about X’s and O’s—it’s about identity. Can Rich Rodriguez’s #mountaineers carry the momentum, or will the Bobcats expose early cracks? We dive dee...

The Mountaineer Roundtable is BACK—and this time, we’re going live on XSpace to break down everything you need to know about the 2025 #wvufootball squad. From Rich Rod’s return to the #backyardbrawl buzz, this is the ultimate gathering of West Virginia’s top content creators, podcasters, and diehard fans.

Dive into the heated debate that's buzzing across social media! In this video, we break down how West Virginia University head coaches Neal Brown and Bill Stewart both stacked rosters with incredible talent—yet fell short of unlocking their full potential. From overlooked stars to missed opportunities, we explore the parallels, the passion, and the frustration of Mountaineer Nation. Is history rep...

The prodigal play-caller is back. After a 17 years away, Rich Rodriguez returns to WVU Football — not to reminisce, but to rewrite. With a 9–4 season at Jacksonville State and a headset full of vengeance, he's bringing the Hard Edge back to the Mountain State. We break down second-stint coaching trends, legacy comparisons, and what RichRod's revenge tour means for the Big 12. From sideline swagger...

Join the Mountaineer Roundtable, a group of content creators and podcasters, as we dive into the firing of Neal Brown and discuss potential replacements for the WVU head football coach position. We'll cover all the buzz surrounding this pivotal moment for WVU football.

In this Episode 46 of the Trust The Beard Podcast, I talk about the firing of Neal Brown, where WVU football goes from here and who I like as the new head football coach. #HailWV #WVU #TrustTheBeard #cfp

In this Episode 45 of the Trust The Beard Podcast, The Beard previews West Virginia Mountaineer football's game vs. UCF Golden Knights. I also give commentary on WVU Broadcaster Tony Caridi's controversial take, update fan poll interactions and news on the WVSSAC HS Football Playoffs. #HailWV #WVU #TrustTheBeard #cfp

In this Episode 44 of the Trust The Beard Podcast, The Beard previews West Virginia Mountaineer football's game vs. Baylor Bears and also dives into the controversy with the WVSSAC and High School Football Playoffs. #HailWV #WVU #TrustTheBeard #cfp

In this Episode 43 of the Trust The Beard Podcast, The Beard previews West Virginia Mountaineer football's visit to new Big 12 and old Big East foe Cincinnati Bearcats. #HailWV #WVU #TrustTheBeard #cfp

In this Episode 42 of the Trust The Beard Podcast, The Beard previews West Virginia Mountaineer football's cross-country visit to Big 12 foe Arizona Wildcats. The Beard also reviews the latest College Football and Power 4 Conference ratings for Week 9. #HailWV #WVU #TrustTheBeard #cfp

In this Episode 41 of the Trust The Beard Podcast, The Beard recaps West Virginia Mountaineer football's crushing loss vs. No. 17 Kansas State Wildcats, 45-18 and scrutinizes the future of Head Coach Neal Brown. #HailWV #WVU #TrustTheBeard #cfp

In this Episode 40 of the Trust The Beard Podcast, The Beard reviews West Virginia Mountaineer football's upcoming game vs. No. 17 Kansas State Wildcats. The Beard also reveals his College Football Rankings for Week 8 and projects his College Football Playoff matchups! #HailWV #WVU #TrustTheBeard #cfp

In this Episode 39 of the Trust The Beard Podcast, The Beard reviews West Virginia Mountaineer football's 28-16 loss vs. No. 11 Iowa State Cyclones. What does this loss mean for Head Coach Neal Brown moving forward? Can WVU rebound and stay in contention for a Big 12 title spot?

I preview Iowa State and WVU and reveal my first College Football ranking and CFP prediction.

In this Episode 37 of the Trust The Beard Podcast, The Beard reviews WVU football's dominating 38-14 win at Oklahoma State and shows where the Mountaineers increased in their statistical rankings. The Beard also delivers a heart-felt message to WVU Football's Head Coach Neal Brown.

I review WVU football’s dramatic win over Kansas, 32-28, and show how the Mountaineers increased their statistical rankings!

I preview Kansas at WVU with a final score prediction. See why the numbers tell a grim story for WVU even with a victory on Saturday.

I give my heart-felt thoughts on WVU’s devastating 38-34 loss to Pitt in the 107th edition of the Backyard Brawl.