3 Guys Before The Game

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3 Guys Before The Game - UAlbany Game Recap (Episode 573) Sep 08, 2024

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The expected happened Saturday night in Morgantown. West Virginia's football team earned its first win of the season, and set the stage for this week's Backyard Brawl.
But before talking about the Panthers, there is still much to discuss about WVU's 49-14 victory over UAlbany.
In this episode, the "Guys" share their thoughts and present the grades earned by the Mountaineers.
Listener questions and comments complete the episode. 3 Guys returns Thursday with the Backyard Brawl preview.

3 Guys Before The Game - UAlbany Game Preview (Episode 572) Sep 05, 2024

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The opportunity to formally detach itself from its season opening loss to No. 8 Penn State comes this Saturday for the WVU football team.
The Mountaineers are a heavy favorite to roll over visiting UAlbany on Saturday night in Morgantown.
West Virginia is 21-0 all-time against FCS schools, and has outscored them by a combined 243-34 in the last four encounters.
In this episode, the "Guys" breakdown the game and debate what the game will prove.
Listener questions and comments complete the episode.
3 Guys returns on Sunday with a recap of the game.

3 Guys Before The Game - Penn State Recap (Episode 571) Sep 01, 2024

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Painful.
That's the only word you need to describe the Mountaineer season opener against No. 8 Penn State.
It was a game that required elite execution by WVU, but they failed to deliver. As a result, the Mountaineers will open the season for the second consecutive year with a loss to the Nittany Lions.
The defeat drops WVU to 9-50-2 all-time against Penn State. There are no future games scheduled between the two schools.
In this episode, the "Guys" dig into the numbers and explain why the Mountaineers performed poorly.
Listener comments and questions complete the show.

3 Guys Before The Game - Penn State Preview (Episode 570) Aug 30, 2024

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The anticipation meter is ready to explode.
After months of hype, West Virginia and No. 8 Penn State will clash in Morgantown to open the 2024 season. The Nittany Lions will be playing in Morgantown for the first time since 1992.
Oddsmakers say Penn State wins, but much has changed within the WVU program since last season’s meeting. Will it be enough for the Mountaineers to win?
In this episode, the “Guys” present the narrative and numbers of what’s needed for West Virginia to celebrate its first win over the Nittany Lions since 1988.
Listener questions and comments complete the episode.

3 Guys Before The Game - Penn State Week (Episode 569) Aug 27, 2024

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Well, it's finally here!
The much anticipated countdown to West Virginia University's season-opening game with No. 8 Penn State is now days away.
The Nittany Lions first visit to Morgantown since 1992 has been the topic of conversation for months. Now, the big question. Can WVU upset a Penn State program that has dominated the Mountaineers since the series began in 1904? The visitors own a 49-9-2 all-time record, and have lost just two of the last 38 meetings.
In this episode, the "Guys" dive into key numbers that will play a major role in Saturday's game. They also taste-test their newest craft beer creation.
Listener questions and comments complete the show.

3 Guys Before The Game - Pre Pre Penn State (Episode 568) Aug 22, 2024

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Formal preparation for the season opener has started for the WVU football team.
Penn State's first visit to Morgantown in 32 years has created a bigger buzz of anticipation than traditional season openers.
In this episode, the "Guys" focus on the unknowns that both West Virginia and Penn State will bring into the game. New coordinators will call the plays for the Nittany Lions, while WVU will unveil new schemes to support a much more mature offense.
How all the changes will play out will ultimately determine the game's winner.
Listener questions and comments complete the show.

3 Guys Before The Game - Calm Before The Season (Episode 567) Aug 19, 2024

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It's Week Zero in college football. Yeah!
However, there are only four FBS games, which means almost every school, including WVU, will nervously twiddle their thumbs waiting for their chance to play next week.
In this episode, the "Guys" discuss the annual "weird" week when training camp ends and school begins.
Listener questions and comments complete the show.

3 Guys Before The Game - Garrett & Kole Over/Under Part 2 (Episode 566) Aug 15, 2024

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It's an episode that will make you think.
The "Guys" continue their Over/Under predictions for the 2024 season with some interesting scenarios involving quarterback Garrett Greene and tight end Kole Taylor.
The crew also dives deep into secondary pass deflections. Was Beanie Bishop's total from 2023 an aberration or a new standard?
Brad, Hoppy and Tony also discuss the WVU athletic department's announcement to honor Jerry West throughout the 2024-2025 season.
Listener questions and comments complete the show.

3 Guys Before The Game - 2024 Over-Under(s) Part 1 (Episode 565) Aug 12, 2024

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It's August, which means football hype is non-stop.
Predictions are as common as road construction on the interstate. Everyone seems to have a thought (guess) about what the upcoming season will bring.
In this episode, the "Guys" begin their annual over-under predictions for the Mountaineer football team. Brad, Hoppy and Tony offer their thoughts on some very intriguing over-under possibilities for WVU.
Listener questions and comments complete the show.

3 Guys Before The Game - Camp Opens (Episode 564) Aug 08, 2024

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What a difference a year makes. The angst and uncertainty that surrounded last season's team has vanished. Head coach Neal Brown enters a new season with a new vibe surrounding the Gold and Blue.
That's what a nine-win season and bowl victory will do for you. Optimism is the new theme as WVU prepares for a 2024 season that will include an opening game against Penn State and new conference members in the Big 12.
In this episode, the "Guys" share their thoughts, hopes and concerns as preseason camp enters week two.
The crew also release the news on their expanded game-day food court.

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