3 Guys Before The Game

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Kansas Crunched with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Oct 19, 2020

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So what did we learn from West Virginia's 38-17 victory over Kansas?
That's the question the "Three Guys" pull apart on their latest episode. West Virginia's defense has ascended to number one nationally, the running game is morphing into a legitimate strength. However, there's still much work to be done.
Brad Howe reveals this week's Pro Football Focus WVU grades and listeners have their say with texts, Tweets and a call.
Oh yeah, another battle takes place between Brad and Hoppy Kercheval about officiating. Some things never change.
Join the crew on Thursday for their preview of this week's game at Texas Tech.

Kansas Preview with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Oct 15, 2020

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West Virginia resumes play Saturday as a heavy favorite over the visiting Kansas Jayhawks.
While being favored is nice, Mountaineer coach Neal Brown knows there are many areas his team needs to improve upon. Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi breakdown the game and give their insight about what's most important besides earning the victory.
The "Guys" also dive deep into a series of extremely creative questions from listeners surrounding the Kansas matchup and the season's remaining games.
Join the crew again Monday for their review of the Mountaineers and Jayhawks.

Big 12 Gone Wild with Tony Caridi and Brad Howe Oct 12, 2020

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It's time to say goodbye to byes for the Mountaineer football team. WVU has had two byes over the last five weeks. On Saturday they'll begin a stretch of five games in five weeks.
The "Guys", minus Hoppy, look ahead to how COVID-19 may impact Saturday's game against Kansas and review a very memorable weekend in the Big 12.
How else do you describe Saturday's quadruple overtime thriller between Texas and Oklahoma, Iowa State's neutering of Texas Tech, and Kansas State's road conquest at TCU.
Brad Howe and Tony Caridi also answer listener questions which range from player development to the future of WVU football.
Join the crew again Thursday for their comprehensive preview of Saturday's date with the Jayhawks.

Bye Bye Again with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Oct 08, 2020

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Sure, two bye weeks in the first three games of the season is odd, but so are the three "Guys" before the game.
Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi cover a myriad of questions surrounding WVU football and basketball, along with the Big 12 Conference.
Don't ask how, but there's also an appearance by a leaf blower. You'll have to listen.
The crew returns on Monday to look ahead to next week's game against Kansas which will begin a five game in five-week stretch for the Mountaineers.

Bagged Bears Recap with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Oct 05, 2020

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How do you bag a Bear? Don't feed it.
West Virginia's football team defeated Baylor on Saturday by playing keep away from their biggest weapons.
WVU's double overtime victory was intriguing for a number of reasons. Coach Neal Brown and staff made in-game adjustments to protect a struggling offense. The Mountaineer defense and special teams responded to help the Mountaineers (2-1) hang on for an important win.
On this episode, the "Guys" dissect the victory and answer a series of questions from listener texts and calls.
Join them again Thursday for an update and much more from the world of West Virginia athletics.

Preparing for Bears with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Oct 01, 2020

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If a team improves the most from its first to its second game, then how much does it improve from its second to third game? We'll learn the answers to both questions on Saturday when West Virginia hosts Baylor.
The Mountaineers (1-1) will try to clean up a series of mistakes that cost them last week's Big 12 opener at Oklahoma State. The Bears (1-0) cruised by Kansas in the debut of head coach Dave Aranda.
The "Guys" preview the game with a look at the numbers and its significance for a Mountaineer team that lost a 17-14 heartbreaker last Halloween night in Waco.
Brad, Hoppy and Tony also answer some very creative listener questions and hold court on a possible Three Guys employee violation.
Join them again Monday for a complete recap.

Poked By The Cowboys with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Sep 28, 2020

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What can we make of Saturday's loss by the Mountaineers in Stillwater?
Are the Cowboys really good? Are the Mountaineers bad? Is the answer somewhere in the mIddle?
Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi pull apart the Mountaineers 27-13 loss from all angles. The "Guys" also answer listener questions and calls.
An unexpected debate on the personal foul called against WVU's Leddie Brown for spinning the ball also erupts. Was it the right call?
The Crew returns Thursday with a preview of Saturday's game against Baylor.

WVU vs Pokes Preview with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Sep 24, 2020

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The West Virginia University football team kicks off its 9th season in the Big 12 Conference on Saturday in Stillwater with more questions than answers.
Both WVU and Oklahoma State have the typical early season unknowns, but are also navigating the new world of COVID-19.
That means rosters are unsettled until final testing is conducted on Friday. Oklahoma State is already dealing with significant issues on offense. Starting quarterback Spencer Sanders sprained his ankle in the opener last week. Two OSU lineman are also dealing with injury. The status of that trio could have a significant impact on the game.
The "Guys" present their keys to the game with a series of info-nuggets that will play a large role in who walks off the field with a 2-0 record. They also answer listener questions and an assortment of intriguing over-under propositions.
Join them again Monday for a complete recap of the Mountaineers and Cowboys.

Pre Preview WVU and Oklahoma State with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Sep 21, 2020

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What did we learn from Oklahoma State's victory over Tulsa on Saturday?
That's the question of the week for the WVU football team as it prepares to open Big 12 play this weekend in Stillwater.
On this episode, the "Guys" begin to pull apart the story angles that will make this conference opener game very intriguing. Will the Cowboys be without their starting quarterback? Will former Mountaineer Josh Sills be a difference maker now that he's a Cowboy? Are there similarities to this season's road opener and last season's at Missouri?
The answers to those questions plus listener texts and phone calls come your way on the Pre Preview episode for the Big 12 opener. Join the crew again Thursday for their complete preview of Saturday's date in Stillwater.

Three Guys Before a Bye with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Sep 17, 2020

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No game. No Problem.
The Mountaineers have a bye this weekend, but that doesn't mean the "Guys" are taking time off.
On this episode, Brad pulls back the cover on the most productive surprise players from WVU's season opening victory. Andy from Columbus contributes a colorful expose on how Hoppy is actually Garrett Green.
Text questions, queries and Big 10 bashing all come together quite nicely as the "Guys" anxiously look ahead to next week's Big 12 opener.

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