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WVU Football Falls in ESPN FPI During Week Off

In the midst of an up and down season so far, WVU football dropped in the latest ESPN FPI (Football Power Index) despite the week off. West Virginia enters the new week ranked at No. 64, falling three spots from where they were at this same point seven days earlier.

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Rich Rodriguez reveals he thought West Virginia's defense 'grew up' against TCU

West Virginia's defensive performance still has room for improvement, but looked much better against the Horned Frogs.

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Joey McGuire Says Texas Tech Has Its 'Hands Full' with 'Best Combo' in the Country

Mike Hawkins Jr. and Cam Cook have McGuire's full attention.

Morgantown, WV · 6d

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Bridgeport to Remain in AAA in New WVSSAC Proposal

The West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission has released its new classifications, pending approval, on Friday to member schools for sports with 4 classes. The proposal would take effect in the fall of 2027, so next season, and run through the spring of 2031, going back to the 4-year cycle the WVSSAC had used before changing to a 2-year cycle recently.

Bridgeport, WV · 8d

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Big 12 Announces Late-Night Kick, TV Info for WVU at Texas Tech

Mountaineer fans will have to stay up late for this one.

Morgantown, WV · 9d

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WVU Football Receives Prime-Time Slot at Texas Tech

With WVU on a bye, the Big 12 Conference announced the kickoff time and network for the Mountaineers’ next game late Saturday night. West Virginia will travel to Lubbock, Texas to face the Red Raiders on Nov. 7. The game will kickoff at 9:30 pm ET and be televised nationally on ESPN.

Morgantown, WV · 9d

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With WVU ground game opposing Red Raiders’ rush defense, it’s strength against strength

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia’s defense allowed its lowest point total against a FBS opponent the last time out in a 24-20 victory at TCU. While there was noticeable improvement from a unit that’s struggled throughout 2026, the Mountaineers were also held to their lowest point total this season as that figure equaled the mark in a loss to Oklahoma State in the Big 12 Conference opener.

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Shinnston Turkey Trot & Gobble Wobble Returns for 18th Year

The 18th annual Shinnston Turkey Trot & Gobble Wobble will be held on Thursday, November 26 at 9 a.m. at the West Fork River Rail Trail Head, 208 South Pike Street, in Shinnston. Experience a 3.1-mile loop that starts on the road and finishes on the rail trail. The event...

Shinnston, WV · 9d

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Corey McIntyre Poised for Return, Admits ‘Bad Taste’ From 2025 Texas Tech Loss

Forced to sit out and watch West Virginia’s best defensive performance of the season at TCU, Corey McIntyre is poised for a return to action this weekend. McIntyre even considers WVU’s upcoming matchup with Texas Tech as a chance for revenge after last season’s blowout loss. McIntyre,...

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West Virginia football's biggest transfer portal hits from this past offseason

The Mountaineers picked up a lot of talent in the portal in the offseason. Here are the most important acquisitions based on performance through the bye week.

Morgantown, WV · 10d

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Moses Eads Claims 149-Pound Title at Pioneer Open

GLENVILLE, W.Va. — The Fairmont State University men's wrestling team opened the season at the Pioneer Open. Moses Eads took home the 149-pound title to lead the Falcons. Eads won the 149-pound title with a 9-2 decision over Finn Merrill of UIndy in the first-place match. Eads reached the final with three falls, an 8-1 quarterfinal decision over Jackson Lambert of UNC Pembroke and a 4-1 sudden-victory decision over Andres Cortes of Ferrum in the semifinals.

Fairmont, WV · 9d

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Predicting WVU Basketball's Record for the 2026-27 Season

How many games will the Mountaineers win in year two under Ross Hodge?

Morgantown, WV · 9d

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Watch: Marya Hudgins excited to play for Mountaineers

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — No. 24 West Virginia women’s basketball opens the 2026-27 season at home against Rhode Island on Tuesday evening. WVU senior guard Marya Hudgins spoke to members of the media on Monday morning to preview the season opener. Hudgins transferred to West Virginia this offseason after spending the last two years at BYU. […]

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Major missed portal target for West Virginia shines on undefeated UCLA team

The Mountaineers sure wish they could have landed this standout linebacker in the portal.

Morgantown, WV · 10d

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Live Game Thread & Updates for WVU vs. Niagara

Keep track of all the action in the Mountaineers' season opener against Niagara.

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Four WVU wrestlers win titles at Southeast Open

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – Four Mountaineers from the West Virginia University wrestling team won individual titles to kick off the season at the 2026 Southeast Open at the Cregger Center in Salem, Virginia, on Sunday. Redshirt senior Ian Bush (184), redshirt junior Ty Watters (157), redshirt sophomore Louie Gill (125)...

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Watch: Brenen Lorient, Miles Sadler and Martin Somerville after season opener

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia men’s basketball overcame a slow start to win its season opener, 91-46, over Niagara on Monday night inside Hope Coliseum. WVU forward Brenen Lorient and guards Miles Sadler and Martin Somerville spoke to members of the media following the win. Sadler led all...

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Ross Hodge’s Success Could Ultimately Define Wren Baker’s Legacy at West Virginia

MORGANTOWN, West Virginia — When Wren Baker arrived at West Virginia University in late 2022, he inherited an athletic department facing significant challenges. The football program was struggling to regain national relevance, college athletics was entering an unprecedented period of financial change, and the men’s basketball program was approaching the end of one of the most successful coaching eras in school history. Baker knew that the decisions he made over the next several years would ultimately determine how his tenure in Morgantown would be remembered.

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WVU Basketball Stock Report: Miles Sadler, Defense Makes an Early Statement

Stock up, stock down after the Mountaineers begin their 2026 campaign 1-0.

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