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3 Guys Before The Game

Three Guys Before The Game is the most listened to podcast covering West Virginia University football and basketball. Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval talk all things Mountaineers.

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3 Guys Before The Game - Lafayette Recap - Clemson...

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2025/11/18

West Virginia has handled its business at home — now it’s time to see how the Mountaineers travel. After opening the season with five straight wins inside Hope Coliseum, WVU heads south to Charleston, South Carolina, for its first true test away from Morgantown. Ross Hodge’s undefeated squad meets Clemson on Friday, with either Georgia or Xavier waiting next. It’s a pivotal early-season checkpoint as the Mountaineers gear up for the grind of Big 12 play. In this episode, the “Guys” break down

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3 Guys Before The Game - Arizona State Game Recap...

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2025/11/16

West Virginia traveled more than two thousand miles to face Arizona State, but Saturday’s outcome came down to inches.The Mountaineers’ struggles in critical fourth-and-short moments proved costly, opening the door for the Sun Devils to escape with the win.In this episode, the “Guys” unpack the disappointment in the desert and shine a well-deserved spotlight on the WVU women’s basketball team after its unprecedented—and emphatic—victory over No. 15 Duke.Listener questions and comments round out the

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3 Guys Before The Game - Brawl Beatdown - Arizona...

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2025/11/14

In just his fourth game at the helm, West Virginia head coach Ross Hodge delivered a signature win against the program’s oldest rival.Thursday’s Backyard Brawl wasn’t simply a victory — it was a dismantling. Hodge’s trademark defensive pressure smothered Pitt, holding the Panthers to just 49 points, while a poised and balanced Mountaineer offense sent four players into double figures.In this episode, the “Guys” break down every angle of the Brawl — the tactics, the tone, and the emerging storylines

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3 Guys Before The Game - Colorado Recap - Hoops Wins...

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2025/11/10

The Mountaineers are trending up.Game by game, West Virginia football continues to take visible steps forward. Saturday’s win over Colorado marked the team’s second straight victory — and delivered a much-needed surge of momentum heading into the final two games of the regular season.So, what’s behind the turnaround?In this episode, the “Guys” dig into the numbers and the nuance — explaining how and why the Mountaineers have found their rhythm. They also break down the latest WVU basketball victory

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3 Guys Before The Game - Colorado Game Preview - WVU...

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2025/11/07

After snapping a five-game losing streak, West Virginia enters Saturday’s matchup against visiting Colorado as the favorite. The question now — have the Mountaineers truly embraced the Hard Edge mentality that Rich Rodriguez has preached since his return?Meanwhile, Colorado arrives in Morgantown reeling from back-to-back blowout losses to Utah and Arizona, a combined 105–24 margin.In this episode, the “Guys” break down what to expect on Saturday, explore the key matchups, and review the first two

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3 Guys Before The Game - Cougars Clawed - Hodge Hoops...

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2025/11/02

It was a weekend to remember for West Virginia football.The Mountaineers snapped a five-game losing streak — and did it in style — knocking off No. 22 Houston on the road, 45-35.True freshman quarterback Scotty Fox, making just his third career start, delivered a breakout performance. He threw for one touchdown, ran for two more, and led WVU to its first road victory over a ranked team since 2018. In this episode, the “Guys” break down how it happened — and dig into the analytics that made the upset

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3 Guys Before The Game - Houston Game Preview...

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2025/10/30

It’s a familiar situation — and that’s not good news.West Virginia hits the road again this weekend, once more a double-digit underdog, this time at No. 22 Houston.The Cougars are chasing another win in their surprising season, while the Mountaineers are still searching for that elusive first conference victory.In this episode, the “Guys” take a deep dive into the matchup:What will it take for WVU to pull the upset?Can freshman quarterback Scotty Fox continue his steady rise?Plus, a look at the

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3 Guys Before The Game - TCU Game Recap - Basketball...

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2025/10/27

West Virginia didn’t get the win against TCU, but there were signs of progress — and a few individual performances worth noting. In this episode, the “Guys” break down the numbers, highlight the bright spots, and discuss what it all means as the Mountaineers get ready for Saturday’s game at Houston. The crew also takes a closer look at the Mountaineer basketball team’s exhibition win over Wheeling University. Listener questions and comments wrap up the show with another round of Textual

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3 Guys Before The Game - TCU Game Preview (Episode 668)

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2025/10/23

It’s been nearly a month since the Mountaineer football team last played in Morgantown.Coach Rich Rodriguez is hoping a return home will spark a much-needed turnaround when West Virginia hosts TCU on Homecoming Saturday.The injury-plagued Mountaineers enter as 15-point underdogs against a Horned Frogs team led by senior quarterback Josh Hoover, who’s already tossed 21 touchdown passes in seven games.In this episode, the “Guys” break down the matchup, dive deep into the numbers, and set the stage for

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3 Guys Before The Game - UCF Game Recap (Episode 667)

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2025/10/19

It was a sobering Saturday in Orlando for the Mountaineers. Despite an extra week to prepare, West Virginia was outplayed in every phase by UCF. The Knights’ 45–13 rout leaves WVU searching for answers with five regular season games still to play.In this episode, the “Guys” break down what went wrong, why the team seems to be sliding backward instead of forward, and what can still be salvaged from the season. They also discuss the Mountaineer basketball team’s impressive closed-door scrimmage

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3 Guys Before The Game - UCF Game Preview (Episode 666)

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2025/10/15

It’s not a matchup that will dominate the national headlines, but Saturday’s meeting between West Virginia and UCF carries plenty of importance for both programs. Like the Mountaineers, the Knights are pressing reset—welcoming back Scott Frost for a second stint as head coach. Both teams are navigating the growing pains that come with major roster overhauls and culture shifts. When the dust settles in Morgantown, one side will finally notch its first Big 12 victory of the season. In this episode,

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3 Guys Before The Game - Wren Baker Visits (Episode 665)

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2025/10/09

West Virginia University just sent a message that will echo across the Big 12. The Mountaineers are adding 140 new athletic scholarships, raising the total to 400 across 18 sports. The move marks one of the most significant investments in WVU Athletics history — with Olympic sports among the biggest beneficiaries, some nearly doubling their current scholarship limits. In this episode, Vice President and Athletic Director Wren Baker joins the “Guys” to explain the decision, its impact on

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3 Guys Before The Game - BYU Game Recap (Episode 664)

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2025/10/05

Friday night in Provo was wet, long, and ultimately disappointing for the Mountaineers.West Virginia’s 38-24 loss to BYU sends the team into its bye week at 2-4 overall and 0-3 in Big 12 play. The much-needed break comes at the right time — a chance for both a physical and mental reset before the final six games of the season.In this episode, the “Guys” dissect what went wrong against the Cougars, examine where improvement must come from, and discuss realistic expectations for the stretch

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3 Guys Before The Game - BYU Game Preview (Episode 663)

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2025/10/01

A massive challenge awaits the Mountaineer football team Friday night in Provo. West Virginia enters as a three-touchdown underdog against No. 23 BYU. The Cougars return home riding momentum after last week’s road win at Colorado. Meanwhile, WVU’s quarterback situation remains unsettled. Coach Rich Rodriguez says the starter will be decided by this week’s practice sessions, adding another layer of intrigue heading into the matchup. In this episode, the “Guys” break down the key numbers, spotlight

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3 Guys Before The Game - Utah Game Recap (Episode 662)

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2025/09/28

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,

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3 Guys Before The Game - Utah Preview (Episode 661)

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2025/09/25

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

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3 Guys Before The Game - Kansas Game Recap (Episode 660)

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2025/09/21

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

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3 Guys Before The Game - Kansas Game Preview (Episode...

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2025/09/18

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,

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3 Guys Before The Game - Backyard Brawl Game Recap...

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2025/09/14

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,

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Sportsline for Thursday, September 11, 2025

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2025/09/11

WVU players Rodney Gallagher, Edward Veterinen, Devin Grant with pre-Pitt comments WVU hockey General Manager Todd Gookin.Darlene Dunn on the Jim Dunn Memorial Run.

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