3 Guys Before The Game

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Kansas State Preview with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Nov 14, 2019

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How will the Mountaineer football team bounce back this week after last Saturday's disappointing performance against Texas Tech?
WVU heads to Manhattan to play a Kansas State team that's also searching for a rebound performance. The Wildcats were edged at Texas last week on a last second field goal.
The "Guys" dive in on multiple topics including the Mountaineers mental state, quarterback status, and answer listener questions. Brad and Tony also try to figure out why Hoppy won't tell them what he watches on television at night.
They'll return Monday with a recap of the football date at Kansas State and the basketball Backyard Brawl.

Texas Tech Review with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Nov 11, 2019

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Trying to put Saturday's loss to Texas Tech into context is not an easy chore.
The "Guys" try to figure out why the Mountaineers suffered their most disheartening loss of the season, review Neal Brown's postgame apology, and take listener questions on football and basketball.
They'll return Thursday for a preview of the Mountaineers visit to Kansas State and the basketball team's Friday night trip to Pitt.

Texas Tech Preview with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Nov 07, 2019

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The Mountaineer football team returns home for the first time in four weeks Saturday when they host Texas Tech. Will a new month lead to a change of fate for a WVU team that hasn't won in since September 21st?
Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi dig into the analytics and listener questions as they preview Saturday's meeting.
The "Guys" also navigate a series of football/basketball over/under propositions that are intriguing to say the least.
Join the guys Monday for their recap of the Mountaineers and Red Raiders.

Mountaineer Morsels with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Nov 05, 2019

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Neal Brown downloaded a bevy of news and opinion during his Tuesday press conference.
The "Guys", Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi react and analyze the injuries, additions and subtractions in advance of Saturday's game against Texas Tech.
They close the show with listener questions and answer a series of over/under possibilities.
Join them again Thursday for their Texas Tech preview episode.

Baylor Review with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval (Episode 152) Nov 01, 2019

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Fortunately the month of October is over for the West Virginia football team. October 2019 came to a close in Waco with the Mountaineers most frustrating loss of the season.
In a game that befitted Halloween, it was anything but normal. Despite an anemic offense, West Virginia had multiple chances to secure its first signature win against the 12th rated and undefeated Bears.
Instead, WVU will try to process what could have been, and move into November with a renewed hope that victories are still available this season.
Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi break down the game and take listener questions on episode 152 of Three Guys Before The Game.

Baylor Preview with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval (Episode 151) Oct 28, 2019

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The Mountaineer football team will spend Halloween battling the undefeated Baylor Bears.
Will WVU leave Waco with a trick or treat? Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi present a deep dive into the numbers previewing Thursday's game.
The "Guys" also forecast what could be in store for WVU after last Saturday's series of surprises in the Big 12.
Listener questions, including the greatest question of the season, close out the show.
Join the crew again on Friday for their Baylor recap.

Bye or Sell with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Oct 24, 2019

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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.

Oklahoma Review with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval (Episode 149) Oct 21, 2019

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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.

Oklahoma Preview (Episode 148) Oct 17, 2019

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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.

Iowa State Review (Episode 147) Oct 14, 2019

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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.

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