3 Guys Before The Game

The Mountaineer football team has hit the reset button, the Mountaineer basketball team is about to hit the start button. Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval, and Tony Caridi give an update on WVU's preparation for next week's game at Baylor and talk Mountaineer basketball.

Will the Mountaineers reset lead to bowl eligibility? Why was everyone at Big 12 Media Day afraid to ask Bob Huggins a question? The "Guys" also answer listener questions and talk future football scheduling.

They'll return Monday with a complete preview of the upcoming Baylor game.

The Mountaineer football team enters its second bye week of the season in need of physical and mental rest. WVU is nearing the end of four consecutive games against ranked teams in the month of October.

On this episode, the "Guys" look back at Saturday's loss at Oklahoma. What, if anything positive, can be taken from the game? Will the Mountaineers be ready for Halloween night at undefeated Baylor? They also answer listener questions and secretly talk about the super secret scrimmage involving the Mountaineer basketball team and Penn State. Don't tell anyone.

A preview of the upcoming weekend and more hoop talk comes your way on Thursday's episode.

The Mountaineer football team faces its most difficult challenge of the season Saturday at Oklahoma.

Just how do you attack a Sooners team that has displayed no major weakness? The "Guys" answer that question and enter into a spirited debate on best plan to beat Oklahoma.

Listener questions run the gamut from offense to defense and even a little hoop conversation.

Join the fellas on Monday for their review and look ahead to the Mountaineers second bye of the season.

A key injury, an ejection, and the use of true freshmen will become the storyline to West Virginia's game against Iowa State.

The Mountaineers were hit where they could least afford it; with injuries to quarterback Austin Kendall, cornerback Keith Washington, and the ejection of cornerback Hakeem Bailey. Those absences combined with a talented group of Cyclones proved to much.

Trailing 21-14 in the fourth quarter, West Virginia succumbed 38-14 as Iowa State took control in the final period.

The "Guys" share their takeaways and answer listener questions and wonder what could have been and what will the future hold.

Join them again Thursday for their preview of Saturday's date at Oklahoma.

Looking for an energetic and highly caffeinated preview of West Virginia and Iowa State? Look no further.

In an early morning recording, fueled by various coffee products, the "Guys" spill their beans on the Mountaineers and Cyclones.

Will Saturday bring Neal Brown's team a much needed fourth win or will the Cyclones streak of October perfection dating back to 2017 continue? Topics include WVU's lack of consistent playmaker, Iowa State's unique defense, quarterback Brock Purdy, and whether coach Matt Campbell's hat is folded properly. It's an encompassing episode that includes listener questions and latest betting information.

The fellas return Monday with a review of Saturday's game.

It's time to close the gate on the Longhorns.

What were the biggest takeaways from Saturday's 42-31 loss to Texas? Turnovers and missed opportunities will long be remembered, but several positives were revealed that could lead to victories over the next several weeks.

Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi share their thoughts and concerns as they close the chapter on Texas. They also answer listener questions that run the gamut of quarterback changes, Tevin Bush's absence, and over/under possibilities.

The "Guys" return Thursday with their Iowa State preview.

A year ago West Virginia University and the University of Texas played one of the most entertaining and dramatic games of the season. How will this Saturday's encounter in Morgantown play out?

Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi breakdown the challenges facing both teams. Will Texas be focused or looking ahead to next week's date with Oklahoma? Can WVU's offense continue to rush the ball against a stingy Texas defense? Will the big play finally emerge in the West Virginia attack? Will a personal foul be accessed for a Horns Down? Those questions and much more on the 144th episode of Three Guys Before The Game.

The fellas return Monday with a recap.

The Mountaineer football team is preparing to embark on one of its most challenging months in recent memory. WVU will play four games in October against teams that currently sport a combined 14-2 record.

The first challenge takes place Saturday against 3-1 Texas. Many of the key performers in last season's dramatic 42-41 WVU win have departed. However, Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger returns. Ehlinger, a Heisman Trophy candidate, has thrown 15 touchdowns with just one interception. He's currently fifth nationally in total offense.

The fellas (Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi) begin their breakdown of this week's game, recap last Saturday's four conference games, and offer a key number on WVU's performance as a home underdog.

They'll return Thursday with their full analysis on the ninth ever meeting between West Virginia and Texas.

It may only be September but college basketball practice officially begins this weekend for the West Virginia Mountaineers.

Sophomore guard Jordan McCabe joins Brad Howe and Tony Caridi for a preseason overview.

McCabe, who becomes the first returning guest in Three Guys history, reviews the team’s summer tour to Spain and looks ahead to the coming season. He also reveals why Oscar Tshiebwe is the human Energizer Bunny.

Spoiler alert! McCabe also makes the formal announcement that he’ll host his own podcast starting early next month.

The “Guys” return Monday for football conversation as WVU prepares for Texas.

Summer is officially over and so is the Mountaineer football team's September schedule.

WVU heads into its first bye week with a 3-1 record and 1-0 mark in Big 12 play. Saturday's win in Lawrence again displayed the Mountaineers ability to win the turnover battle and special teams category.

Before looking ahead to four consecutive games against team's expected to finish in the top half of the Big 12, the Mountaineers get a week for self-scout and an opportunity to improve in several areas.

The fellas (Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi) give their take on the Mountaineers win at Kansas and answer listener questions.

They'll be back on Thursday with a special basketball episode. WVU formally begins practice on Friday.