3 Guys Before The Game

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3 Guys Before The Game - Utah Game Recap (Episode 662) Sep 28, 2025

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It was a major step backward for the Mountaineer football team. Saturday’s 48–14 loss to visiting Utah left WVU with more questions than answers.
Making their first-ever trip to Morgantown, the Utes looked completely at home—dominating in all three phases of the game: offense, defense, and special teams.
The performance served as a painful reminder of just how far the Mountaineers must climb to compete at the upper level of the Big 12.
In this episode, the “Guys” take a deep dive into the game, breaking down the analytics and exploring what the future holds for this WVU team.
Listener questions and comments wrap up the show.

3 Guys Before The Game - Utah Preview (Episode 661) Sep 25, 2025

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The Mountaineer football team enters Saturday’s home clash with Utah shrouded in uncertainty.
Coach Rich Rodriguez’s squad faces major offensive questions: a new starting quarterback takes the reins, and injuries have reshuffled the depth chart at running back. It’s hardly the ideal setup against a Utah team still stinging from its first loss of the season.
The result? West Virginia finds itself a rare double-digit underdog inside Milan Puskar Stadium—something fans don’t often see in Morgantown.
In this episode, the “Guys” sort through the week’s storylines, break down the matchup with a full analytical lens, and tackle listener questions and comments in Textual Healing.

3 Guys Before The Game - Kansas Game Recap (Episode 660) Sep 21, 2025

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West Virginia football got a harsh reality check Saturday night in its Big 12 opener. The well-rested Kansas Jayhawks rolled past the Mountaineers 41–10, exposing the gap WVU must close to become an upper-half team in the league.
The Mountaineer offense never found a rhythm, and special teams surrendered a costly kickoff return touchdown.
In this episode, the “Guys” break down what went wrong, the quick fixes needed before this week’s clash with Utah, and the bigger picture takeaways from the loss. Listener questions and comments wrap up the show in another edition of Textual Healing.

3 Guys Before The Game - Kansas Game Preview (Episode 659) Sep 18, 2025

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The first three weeks of the season have thrown a different challenge at the West Virginia football team. This Saturday brings yet another test: their first conference game on the road.
Fresh off a come-from-behind overtime thriller, WVU travels to Kansas to face a well-rested Jayhawks squad. Kansas (2-1) is coming off a bye week, and super senior quarterback Jalon Daniels leads a team many consider a dark-horse contender for the Big 12 championship.
In this episode, the “Guys” dig into the numbers, breaking down the strengths and weaknesses of both teams.
As always, listener questions and comments wrap things up on Textual Healing.

3 Guys Before The Game - Backyard Brawl Game Recap (Episode 658) Sep 14, 2025

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The 108th meeting between West Virginia and Pitt will be remembered for years to come—a classic that needed overtime to deliver a winner.
In just his third game back, Coach Rich Rodriguez injected the adrenaline shot of “Hard Edge” he’s been preaching since his return. The 31–24 victory gave Mountaineer Nation the back-to-the-future flashback it’s been longing for, along with a renewed hope that better days are ahead.
In this episode, the “Guys” break down every angle of the game: the analytics, standout performances, controversial officiating, and the series of suspicious, game-stopping “injuries” suffered by Pitt.
Listener questions and comments wrap up the show in the always-popular Textual Healing segment.

3 Guys Before The Game - Backyard Brawl Preview (Episode 657) Sep 11, 2025

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Pitt rolls in as more than a touchdown favorite. West Virginia limps in after one of its most crushing defeats in decades.
So what happens next in the 108th Backyard Brawl? If history tells us anything, it’s to expect the unexpected. That’s why this rivalry remains one of college football’s longest, fiercest, and most unpredictable.
In this episode, the “Guys” break down Saturday’s showdown—digging into the analytics, the matchups, and the storylines that could swing the game.
Listener questions and comments round out the show, making this a full-on Backyard Brawl primer.

3 Guys Before The Game - Ohio University Game Recap (Episode 656) Sep 07, 2025

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What was that?
Game two of the season exposed the Mountaineer football team.
WVU's 17-10 loss to Ohio was caused by an inefficient offense and a defense that allowed Bobcats quarterback Parker Navarro to control the game.
In this episode, the "Guys" dive deep into the numbers to analyze the outcome and what it means.
Listener questions and comments complete the episode.

3 Guys Before The Game - Ohio University Game Preview (Episode 655) Sep 04, 2025

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College football does not waste time.
Seven days after opening its season to the roar and adoration of Mountaineers fans, West Virginia will travel to Athens, Ohio for a much anticipated showdown with defending MAC champion Ohio University.
It's been 76 years since a Mountaineer football team played in Athens. The uniqueness of the visit has some calling it one of the biggest home games in the Bobcats' history. A sold-out crowd, that will include thousands of WVU fans, will be featured in a matchup between the defending MAC champions and Rich Rodriguez's rebuilt Mountaineers.
In this episode, the "Guys" dive deep into the Ohio roster and breakdown the keys to the game.
Listener questions and comments complete the episode.

3 Guys Before The Game - Robert Morris Game Recap (Episode 654) Aug 31, 2025

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The start to the second chapter of Rich Rodriguez's tenure as West Virginia's football coach was a success.
In earning a 45-3 victory, the Mountaineers displayed the DNA of a Coach Rod team. WVU played fast and physically dominated visiting Robert Morris on the scoreboard and stat sheet.
In this episode, the "Guys" dive deep into the numbers and what it all means as West Virginia quickly turns its attention to Saturday's date at Ohio University.
Listener questions and comments complete the show.

3 Guys Before The Game - Robert Morris Game Preview (Episode 653) Aug 28, 2025

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YES!
It's time for the first game preview of Rich Rodriguez's first season back in Morgantown.
On Saturday, the Mountaineers pull the curtain back on a new chapter of West Virginia University football.
What should we expect? Go ahead and take a guess. (No one really knows)
There will be over 120 players on the field between the Mountaineers and visiting Coloniols of Robert Morris. That speaks volumes about the new world of college football expedited by a coaching change.
In this episode, the "Guys" breakdown the matchup and what it all means.
Listener questions and comments complete the show.

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