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WVU football defeated Coastal Carolina 31-24 on Saturday, September 5 to start the 2026 college football season. Despite the win, many Mountaineer fans came away feeling more pessimistic than optimistic about the season. In this live show, Couz is going to explain why they should not be so pessimistic and why he sees some positive signs for 2026.

For objectivity, he will also go over some areas of concern as he breaks down the ups and downs and the tale of two halves this game was against the Chanticleers.

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WVU football released their depth chart for their week 1 matchup against Coastal Carolina. In this livestream, Couz will react to the depth chart for the first time.

Couz will also provide an update to the court case involving two WVU basketball players.

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Coastal Carolina’s coach made some surprising comments about WVU Football. We’re breaking down what he said and what they mean for the Mountaineers heading into this matchup.

In this video, we dive deep into the recent statements from the Coastal Carolina sidelines. Is it respect, bulletin board material, or something else entirely? Couz reacts to the comments.

Couz also hands out some superlatives for this West Virginia football team for 2026. Who is the Comeback Player of the Year? Who will be the unsung hero for WVU? Who will the breakout player be for Rich Rodriguez's squad? Couz answers all of this and more.

Finally, Couz provides an update on the WVU men's basketball non-conference schedule and what his takeaways are from the challenging 2026-2027 college basketball slate.

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Sources:

Coastal Carolina Athletics: https://youtu.be/jYI0mbIEzeM?is=vRAhGVfOiwxH5R-g

PFF.com/college

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Couz and Jonathan take a look at WVU football's upcoming game against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers. They look at keys to a WVU victory, as well as what players need to step up for the Mountaineers and have a big game.

The guys will also discuss the Week zero results for future West Virginia opponents and whether there were any takeaways from the results.

Finally, Couz will get Jonathan's thoughts on Virginia fans singing Country Roads in Charlottesville during their game against North Carolina State.

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Get the latest West Virginia football analysis regarding the 2026 season opponents and what their recent results mean for the team.

We examine the performance of two key West Virginia football opponents, breaking down one win and one loss. This update provides context on how these matchups impact the current landscape of the Big 12 conference standings as the season progresses.

Beyond just the Mountaineers, we look at broader shifts in the league, specifically analyzing the fallout from the TCU loss to North Carolina. Understanding these conference implications is vital for fans tracking the path to the postseason. Couz's Corner brings you the facts on who is rising and who is falling in the rankings.

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John Bair from  @TealRoostPodcast  and Sideline Sports Network joins the show to preview WVU football's week one matchup against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers. John will introduce Mountaineer Nation to the Chanticleers and let them know what to expect from the Sun Belt Conference school when they come to Morgantown on September 5.

In the episode:

- Breakdown of the Coastal Carolina offense

- Breakdown of the Coastal Carolina defense

- John's connection to West Virginia

- Why the Chanticleers could upset WVU

- Why Tim Beck did not work out as head coach of Coastal Carolina

- and more

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West Virginia University Basketball Head Coach Ross Hodge joins the show to provide crucial updates on the Lorient case and break down the challenges of the upcoming schedule. We dive deep into the roster, the strategy for the season, and what fans can expect as the Mountaineers prepare for a tough road ahead.

In this episode:

- The Lorient & Buchanan Case: Coach Hodge clarifies the latest developments and what it means for the team.

- Schedule Breakdown: A look at the key matchups and the "tough schedule" mentality.

- Team Outlook: Insights into player development and the coaching staff's vision.

- Attracting top recruits to WVU basketball

- Building a culture

- Adjusting to life in Morgantown

- The Bella Vista Prep pipeline

- Much more

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Gold & Blue Breakdown Show: Couz and Jonathan do their game-by-game predictions for WVU football. They look at each game for the 2026 season, tell whether they think it will be a win or a loss for the Mountaineers, and explain why. From the opener at home against Coastal Carolina, to the Friday night game in Salt Lake City in late November, the guys break down each game.

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Former WVU football kicker and TV personality Pat McAfee has been a hot topic on social media lately and the news about his career never seems to stop. While it seems great on the surface, is it really? Couz will give his take.

Couz will also do his version of WVU football over/unders with WVU Football: More or Less. He will give you some stats and you decide if the Mountaineers will achieve more or less. Couz will give his opinion as well.

The Big 12 has drawn a lot of scrutiny over their sponsorship deal with Monster Energy. Now the scrutiny is coming from someone more than just college football fans. Couz will explain and give his thoughts. Will this be the death of the deal?

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While most of the college football world is looking elsewhere, a major voice in the national media just dropped a surprisingly positive prediction for WVU Football. In this video, we're breaking down that take. We are also diving into some key storylines that the rest of the media is completely ignoring. These are storylines that could have a major impact on WVU's future in conference realignment.

From under-the-radar academic growth to the specific reasons why the national outlook on West Virginia is starting to shift, we’re giving you the full picture of what’s happening in Morgantown. If you’re tired of the same old narratives, this is the update you’ve been waiting for.

In this video:

The Shocking National Take: Who is backing the Mountaineers and why their prediction matters.

Overlooked Storylines: The critical WVU news that isn't getting enough headlines.

Mountaineer Momentum: What these storylines mean for West Virginia’s trajectory in the Big 12.

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Sources:

The Athletic: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7514066/2026/08/18/big-12-football-predictions-2026-standings/

247 Sports: https://247sports.com/longformarticle/college-football-roster-spending-tiers-power-four-288954985/

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