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

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2025/09/11

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

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3 Guys Before The Game - Ohio University Game Recap...

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2025/09/07

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.

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3 Guys Before The Game - Ohio University Game Preview...

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2025/09/04

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

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3 Guys Before The Game - Robert Morris Game Recap...

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2025/08/31

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

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3 Guys Before The Game - Robert Morris Game Preview...

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2025/08/28

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"

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3 Guys Before The Game - Spot The Ball (Episode 652)

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2025/08/25

It's here! The countdown to one of the most anticipated West Virginia football seasons has entered GAME WEEK. On Saturday afternoon, Rich Rodriguez will navigate the sidelines of Mountaineer Field for the first time in 17 years. It's an event that many thought would never happen, and a needle-mover for the college football world. The return of Rodriguez brings with it more questions than answers. Can Coach Rod rekindle his Mountaineer magic? Can a rebuilt WVU roster play with the Hard Edge the

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3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Football Over - Under...

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2025/08/21

It's easy to make the argument that the upcoming Mountaineer football season will be the most unpredictable in history. That's because there are more than 70 new players along with an entirely new coaching staff. Because of the changes, the Over-Under world is filled with intriguing scenarios of what could happen during the season. In this episode, the "Guys" are back with chapter two of their annual Over-Under selections. The Vegas Boyz will tell you to hit the unders on these propositions, but

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3 guys Before The Game - President Michael Benson and...

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2025/08/18

New is the theme for West Virginia University as the school year begins.Not only will the Mountaineers have a new football and basketball coach, but a new school president is occupying Stewart Hall. Michael Benson has been moving non-stop since taking over last month. In this episode, Benson joins the “Guys” with Vice President and Athletic Director Wren Baker to discuss the relationship between administration and athletics. How will WVU navigate the new world of college sports as it continues to

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3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Football Over Under 2025

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2025/08/13

There are always unanswered questions when a college football team begins practice. However, the number of unknowns for the 2025 Mountaineer football team may be an all-time record. A new coaching staff and more than 70 new players make this the most unpredictable season in memory. Ok, so what's going to happen? In this episode, the "Guys" do their best at predicting the future with their first batch of over-under questions for the season. They dive into two offensive possibilities and one on

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