It may be only the second Big 12 game of the season, but Tuesday night’s matchup between West Virginia and the Cincinnati Bearcats inside Hope Coliseum carries real weight.
 
With games against Kansas and Houston looming, the Mountaineers need a win over the Bearcats to stabilize the early conference slate and build momentum.
 
In this episode, the “Guys” take a deep dive into what went wrong at Iowa State, preview the matchup with Cincinnati, and explain where adjustments must be made.
 
The crew also discusses the latest football transfer portal movement and what it means for WVU moving forward.
 
Listener questions and comments wrap up the show on Textual Healing.

The dress rehearsals are over for the Mountaineer basketball team.
 
West Virginia opens its 14th season of Big 12 Conference play Friday night on the road against No. 3 Iowa State. The undefeated Cyclones represent one of three nationally ranked opponents WVU will face in its first four league games, making the opening stretch of conference play as demanding as any in the country.
 
In this episode, the “Guys” dig deep into what makes Iowa State so difficult to play, examine the early contours of the Big 12 race, and share thoughts on the return of veteran offensive line coach Rick Trickett.
 
Listener questions and comments wrap up the show on Textual Healing.

It’s Christmas break time for the Mountaineer basketball team—and a rare chance to pause.

The four-day layoff marks West Virginia’s final significant break of the season, offering a valuable window for both mental and physical recovery before diving into the grind of an 18-game Big 12 schedule.

In this episode, the “Guys” recap Monday’s comfortable win over Mississippi Valley State and look ahead to the challenges that await once conference play begins.

Listener questions and comments wrap up the show.

The Mountaineer basketball team has entered the most unusual stretch of its season.
 
West Virginia will play just one game over a 19-day span, with Monday’s home matchup against Mississippi Valley State serving as the final tune-up before Big 12 play tips off January 2 against No. 4 Iowa State.
 
With practice time outweighing game minutes, execution, rhythm, and rotation decisions take center stage.
 
In this episode, the “Guys” break down what matters most in Monday’s game, examine how this extended pause can work to WVU’s advantage, and turn their attention to the latest developments in Mountaineer football recruiting.
 
Listener questions and comments wrap up the show on Textual Healing.
                                                                                                                                      

Disappointing. It’s the word that best describes West Virginia’s double-overtime, 89–88 loss to Ohio State last Saturday.
 
Despite facing a 16-point second-half deficit, the Buckeyes rallied to force overtime—and eventually escape with the win.
 
So now what for the Mountaineers?
 
In this episode, the “Guys” break down the game possession by possession, detailing what worked, what didn’t, and what must improve moving forward.
 
The crew also pays tribute to WVU Hall of Fame member Garrett Ford, who passed away on Sunday.
 
Listener questions and comments wrap up the show with Textual Healing.

The Mountaineer basketball team gets one final swing at a marquee non-conference win Saturday when West Virginia meets Ohio State in Cleveland. It’s a classic strength-on-strength matchup: the Buckeyes enter as one of the nation’s most potent offenses, while WVU owns the country’s No. 2 scoring defense.

Something will have to give.

In this episode, the “Guys” dig into the analytics and outline the subtle shifts that may be tilting momentum in West Virginia’s direction.Listener questions and comments round out the show.

The Mountaineer basketball team is searching for answers after a frustrating setback against Wake Forest.

Saturday’s loss was defined by self-inflicted wounds, most notably 18 turnovers that the Demon Deacons converted into 25 points—mistakes that proved too costly to overcome.

In this episode, the “Guys” break down WVU’s visit to the capital city, examine what went wrong, and look ahead to Tuesday’s matchup with Little Rock.

Listener questions and comments complete the show. 

Rich Rodriguez wasted no time reshaping West Virginia’s roster. One year removed from arriving late to the cycle, the Mountaineers’ 2026 recruiting class is earning national recognition—complete with signing-day surprises and a few headline-grabbing flips.
 
On the hardwood, the Mountaineer basketball team cruised past Coppin State in a distinctly memorable 91–49 win. Eagles head coach Larry Stewart added an unexpected footnote to the night by earning the fastest ejection ever recorded inside Hope Coliseum.
 
In this episode, the “Guys” break down the impact of WVU’s recruiting haul and turn their attention to Saturday’s matchup with Wake Forest.
 
Listener questions and comments round out the show.

It’s a pivotal week for both Mountaineer football and basketball.

On Wednesday, Coach Rich Rodriguez begins signing his first true recruiting class, marking a major milestone in his program rebuild. Meanwhile, WVU basketball gears up for a two-game stretch highlighted by a Power 4 showdown with Wake Forest

In this episode, the “Guys” deliver their post-mortem on Saturday’s regular-season finale against Texas Tech and break down Sunday’s win over Mercyhurst.

Listener questions and comments round out the show on Textual Healing.

This holiday weekend brings a full plate of Mountaineer athletics.
 
West Virginia football wraps up the regular season Saturday with a daunting challenge against No. 5 Texas Tech, while WVU men’s basketball tips off a three-game week Sunday against Mercyhurst.
 
In this episode, the “Guys” dive into the numbers to preview the Red Raiders and break down the matchup with the Lakers.
 
Listener questions and comments round out the show.

It was not the weekend in Charleston the Mountaineer basketball team envisioned.
 
A gut-punch loss to Clemson on Friday was followed by Xavier’s record-setting shooting display on Sunday, sending previously undefeated WVU home with two defeats in three days.
 
Now the question becomes: How will they respond? The Mountaineers have a full week to reset, regroup, and recalibrate before hosting Mercyhurst next Sunday in Morgantown.
 
In this episode, the “Guys” break down the numbers behind the struggles in South Carolina and explain why WVU left without a win.
 
The crew also recaps their weekend event and closes the show by answering listener questions and comments.

 

West Virginia has handled its business at home — now it’s time to see how the Mountaineers travel.
 
After opening the season with five straight wins inside Hope Coliseum, WVU heads south to Charleston, South Carolina, for its first true test away from Morgantown. Ross Hodge’s undefeated squad meets Clemson on Friday, with either Georgia or Xavier waiting next. It’s a pivotal early-season checkpoint as the Mountaineers gear up for the grind of Big 12 play.
 
In this episode, the “Guys” break down Monday’s win over Lafayette and dive into the matchup with Clemson.
 
They also examine the impact of standout football recruit Kevin Brown’s commitment to WVU.
 
Listener questions and comments round out the show on Textual Healing.

West Virginia traveled more than two thousand miles to face Arizona State, but Saturday’s outcome came down to inches.

The Mountaineers’ struggles in critical fourth-and-short moments proved costly, opening the door for the Sun Devils to escape with the win.

In this episode, the “Guys” unpack the disappointment in the desert and shine a well-deserved spotlight on the WVU women’s basketball team after its unprecedented—and emphatic—victory over No. 15 Duke.

Listener questions and comments round out the show on Textual Healing.

 

In just his fourth game at the helm, West Virginia head coach Ross Hodge delivered a signature win against the program’s oldest rival.

Thursday’s Backyard Brawl wasn’t simply a victory — it was a dismantling. Hodge’s trademark defensive pressure smothered Pitt, holding the Panthers to just 49 points, while a poised and balanced Mountaineer offense sent four players into double figures.

In this episode, the “Guys” break down every angle of the Brawl — the tactics, the tone, and the emerging storylines — before turning their attention to Saturday’s football trip to Arizona State. Can Rich Rodriguez’s squad pull off an upset in the desert?

Listener questions and comments round out the show on Textual Healing.

The Mountaineers are trending up.

Game by game, West Virginia football continues to take visible steps forward. Saturday’s win over Colorado marked the team’s second straight victory — and delivered a much-needed surge of momentum heading into the final two games of the regular season.

So, what’s behind the turnaround?

In this episode, the “Guys” dig into the numbers and the nuance — explaining how and why the Mountaineers have found their rhythm. They also break down the latest WVU basketball victory and what it reveals about the early direction of the season.

Listener questions and comments wrap things up with another dose of Textual Healing.

After snapping a five-game losing streak, West Virginia enters Saturday’s matchup against visiting Colorado as the favorite. The question now — have the Mountaineers truly embraced the Hard Edge mentality that Rich Rodriguez has preached since his return?

Meanwhile, Colorado arrives in Morgantown reeling from back-to-back blowout losses to Utah and Arizona, a combined 105–24 margin.

In this episode, the “Guys” break down what to expect on Saturday, explore the key matchups, and review the first two games of the WVU men’s basketball season.

Listener questions and comments wrap up the show.

It was a weekend to remember for West Virginia football.

The Mountaineers snapped a five-game losing streak — and did it in style — knocking off No. 22 Houston on the road, 45-35.

True freshman quarterback Scotty Fox, making just his third career start, delivered a breakout performance. He threw for one touchdown, ran for two more, and led WVU to its first road victory over a ranked team since 2018. 

In this episode, the “Guys” break down how it happened — and dig into the analytics that made the upset possible.

Brad and Tony also turn their attention to hoops, previewing Tuesday’s regular-season opener between the Mountaineers and Mount St. Mary’s.

Listener questions and comments wrap up the show with another round of Textual Healing.

It’s a familiar situation — and that’s not good news.

West Virginia hits the road again this weekend, once more a double-digit underdog, this time at No. 22 Houston.

The Cougars are chasing another win in their surprising season, while the Mountaineers are still searching for that elusive first conference victory.

In this episode, the “Guys” take a deep dive into the matchup:
What will it take for WVU to pull the upset?
Can freshman quarterback Scotty Fox continue his steady rise?

Plus, a look at the bizarre headlines swirling around the college football world — because there’s never a dull week on the gridiron.

Listener questions and comments wrap up the show with another round of Textual Healing.

West Virginia didn’t get the win against TCU, but there were signs of progress — and a few individual performances worth noting. 

In this episode, the “Guys” break down the numbers, highlight the bright spots, and discuss what it all means as the Mountaineers get ready for Saturday’s game at Houston.
 
The crew also takes a closer look at the Mountaineer basketball team’s exhibition win over Wheeling University.
 
Listener questions and comments wrap up the show with another round of Textual Healing. 

It’s been nearly a month since the Mountaineer football team last played in Morgantown.

Coach Rich Rodriguez is hoping a return home will spark a much-needed turnaround when West Virginia hosts TCU on Homecoming Saturday.

The injury-plagued Mountaineers enter as 15-point underdogs against a Horned Frogs team led by senior quarterback Josh Hoover, who’s already tossed 21 touchdown passes in seven games.

In this episode, the “Guys” break down the matchup, dive deep into the numbers, and set the stage for what West Virginia must do to pull the upset.

Listener questions and comments close out the show on Textual Healing.