Football: Date for 2027 Ohio University Football Game MovedMen's: Mike Gansey Brings LeBron James to 76ers in Major Move as GMFootball: Cam Cook Grades Among Top Returning Running Backs in Big 12Football: Will Grier to Switch to Coaching, Joins Cowboys' Coaching StaffFootball: Cam Cook Opens Up About Why West Virginia, His Fit in SystemMulti-sport: Mountaineer Report: What's Causing the Mix of Expectations for WVU Football, Basketball?Football: Pat McAfee Makes Surprising Announcement About New ProjectMulti-sport: WV Sports Now Daily Notebook – July 25Men's: Bob Huggins Documentary Premiere Date, Ticket Prices and Venue AnnouncedFootball: WVU Football Currently Heavy Favorite in Season Opener vs. Coastal Carolina

Football: Date for 2027 Ohio University Football Game MovedMen's: Mike Gansey Brings LeBron James to 76ers in Major Move as GMFootball: Cam Cook Grades Among Top Returning Running Backs in Big 12Football: Will Grier to Switch to Coaching, Joins Cowboys' Coaching StaffFootball: Cam Cook Opens Up About Why West Virginia, His Fit in SystemMulti-sport: Mountaineer Report: What's Causing the Mix of Expectations for WVU Football, Basketball?Football: Pat McAfee Makes Surprising Announcement About New ProjectMulti-sport: WV Sports Now Daily Notebook – July 25Men's: Bob Huggins Documentary Premiere Date, Ticket Prices and Venue AnnouncedFootball: WVU Football Currently Heavy Favorite in Season Opener vs. Coastal Carolina

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Football·WVU Athletics·20h ago

Date for 2027 Ohio University Football Game Moved

WVU has moved its 2027 game against Ohio University to Week 0, giving the Mountaineers an early start to the 2027 season and creating a national TV window on the opening weekend of college football.

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This schedule change gives WVU a standalone spotlight on college football's opening weekend — a rare national exposure opportunity that raises the program's profile and could impact recruiting.

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Men's Basketball·WV Sports Now·5d ago

Mike Gansey Brings LeBron James to 76ers in Major Move as GM

Former WVU basketball standout and Cleveland Cavaliers executive Mike Gansey has made a major move as GM of the Philadelphia 76ers, reportedly bringing LeBron James to Philadelphia. Gansey, who played at WVU from 2004-2007, has risen rapidly through NBA front offices.

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Football·WV Sports Now·3d ago

Cam Cook Grades Among Top Returning Running Backs in Big 12

WVU running back Cam Cook, the Walter Camp Preseason All-American, has been graded among the top returning running backs in the Big 12 Conference heading into the 2026 season. The metrics reinforce what Rich Rodriguez has been saying: Cook is the centerpiece of the Mountaineer offense.

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Football·WV Sports Now·5d ago

Will Grier to Switch to Coaching, Joins Cowboys' Coaching Staff

Former WVU quarterback Will Grier is transitioning from playing to coaching, joining the Dallas Cowboys' coaching staff. Grier, who starred at WVU from 2017-2018 before being drafted by the Carolina Panthers, brings his QB expertise to the NFL sideline.

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Football·WV Sports Now·5d ago

Cam Cook Opens Up About Why West Virginia, His Fit in System

Cam Cook spoke candidly about why he chose West Virginia and how his skill set fits perfectly into Rich Rodriguez's offensive system. The Walter Camp All-American described the culture and scheme as ideal for his running style.

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Multi-sport·WV Sports Now·5d ago

Mountaineer Report: What's Causing the Mix of Expectations for WVU Football, Basketball?

WV Sports Now's Mountaineer Report examines why expectations for WVU football and basketball are so divergent heading into the 2026-27 seasons — football faces skepticism while basketball is gaining sleeper buzz.

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Pat McAfee Makes Surprising Announcement About New Project

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WV Sports Now Daily Notebook – July 25

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Bob Huggins Documentary Premiere Date, Ticket Prices and Venue Announced

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Football·WV Sports Now·6d ago

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WVU Football Currently Heavy Favorite in Season Opener vs. Coastal Carolina

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Football·WVU SI·Jul 15, 2026

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Phil Steele Noticed 'Massive Difference' in Rich Rod's Confidence During Phone Call

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Baseball·Voice of Motown·Jul 15, 2026

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WVU Baseball: Gavin Kelly Named #1 College Major League Prospect

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Football·WVU SI·Jul 15, 2026

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WVU Football Stock Watch: Five Players Trending to Make Big Moves in 2026

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Former WVU Guard Javon Small Makes Loud Statement in Summer League

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Six WVU Football Players Named to Shrine Bowl 1000

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