3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Football vs Oklahoma State Game Preview (Episode 741)

Things are about to get very interesting for the Mountaineer football team.Saturday night’s Big 12 Conference opener against Oklahoma State gives WVU a chance to match last season’s win total before September is over.It’s a clash of contrasting styles—and two teams that have recorded statement wins. WVU’s run-heavy attack blossomed in last week’s victory over No. 25 Virginia, while Oklahoma State arrives with a win over No. 8 Oregon on its résumé.In this episode, the “Guys” break down the key matchups and what it will take for the Mountaineers to open conference play with a victory.Hoppy delivers his Obvious Observations, Brad presents Spreads on Stats, and listener questions and comments round out the episode with Textual Healing.

Can you hear that?Mountaineer Nation is still buzzing after West Virginia delivered its most complete performance of the young season, imposing its will on No. 25 Virginia in Saturday night’s 38-27 victory in Charlotte.For a rebuilt WVU roster that had shown promise but lacked consistency in victories over Coastal Carolina and UT Martin, this felt different.The Mountaineers were physical. They were productive. And, perhaps most importantly, they offered the clearest evidence yet of what this team could become.Now comes the next test.In this episode, the “Guys” break down the victory, dig inside the numbers and examine what Saturday’s performance revealed about West Virginia as it prepares for its Big 12 opener against Oklahoma State.Hoppy Kercheval delivers his Obvious Observations, while Brad Howe goes inside the numbers with Spreads on Stats.The crew returns Thursday with its complete preview of WVU versus Oklahoma State.

A big game deserves a big show.With West Virginia preparing to face No. 25 Virginia on Saturday in Charlotte, the “Guys” explore the matchup and what it could reveal about the Mountaineers.Starting offensive lineman Nick Krahe joins the program to assess WVU’s first two games and discuss the challenge ahead against the Cavaliers. WVU Athletics Director Wren Baker details contract extensions for three Mountaineer head coaches, shares the latest on the Protect College Sports Act and recounts a recent painful encounter with a copperhead snake.Hoppy delivers his Obvious Observations, while Brad digs into the numbers behind the matchup with Spreads on Stats.

Mission accomplished. Now the stakes rise.West Virginia improved to 2-0 Saturday with a commanding 52-7 victory over UT Martin. The Mountaineers scored on the third play of their opening drive and never looked back, giving Rich Rodriguez the opportunity to put his reserves to work throughout the second half.It was the result WVU expected. Next comes a much tougher test: a Saturday night showdown with No. 25 Virginia in Charlotte. Both teams enter at 2-0, but how ready are the Mountaineers for the step up in competition?In this episode, the “Guys” break down the win over the Skyhawks, dig into the numbers behind the lopsided score and discuss what the performance reveals about WVU heading into its biggest challenge yet.

One win. Two very different halves. Plenty to clean up.The Mountaineers return to Milan Puskar Stadium on Saturday with a clear objective: put together a complete game against the UT Martin Skyhawks.WVU’s season-opening victory over Coastal Carolina showcased an efficient, productive first half.The second half raised more questions than answers. Now, the heavily favored Mountaineers have an opportunity to correct their mistakes and build consistency against their FCS visitors.In this episode, Brad Howe (@bradhowe07) and the “Guys” break down the matchup with Spreads on Stats. Hoppy Kercheval (@HoppyKercheval) delivers Obvious Observations, including a proposal for a major rule change.Listener questions and comments close out the show in Textual Healing.3 Guys returns Sunday to recap Saturday’s game.

Rain and sunshine greeted the Mountaineers in Saturday’s season opener. Their performance followed a similar forecast.WVU’s 31-24 victory over Coastal Carolina delivered the desired result, but the path to it revealed plenty that needs immediate correction.In this episode, the “Guys” return to Sunday morning recaps to break down what worked in the first half, what went wrong in the second and what the Mountaineers must fix moving forward.Hoppy delivers his Obvious Observations, Brad digs into the stats and analytics, and listener questions and comments close the show with Textual Healing.

FINALLY … it’s here.At long last, West Virginia will open its 134th football season Saturday when the Mountaineers host Coastal Carolina.Along with the traditional optimism surrounding a season opener, the game will feature the formal retirement of legendary quarterback Pat White’s No. 5.In this episode, the “Guys” examine the biggest storylines surrounding Saturday’s matchup. Brad digs deep into the numbers with Spreads on Stats, Hoppy delivers his Obvious Observations, and listeners have their say in Textual Healing.The crew returns Sunday with a complete Coastal Carolina recap.

The first game of the college football season always brings optimism, but that feeling is even stronger at West Virginia as Rich Rodriguez and his retooled roster prepare to open the season.Saturday’s opener against Coastal Carolina carries added significance as legendary quarterback Pat White has his number retired during a pregame ceremony.In this episode, the “Guys” preview Week 1 and visit with Coastal Carolina play-by-play announcer Chris Burgin. Hoppy delivers his Obvious Observations, and listener questions and comments fuel another round of Textual Healing.The crew returns Thursday with its complete preview of Saturday’s game.

The final major scrimmage of the preseason is complete. Now, the soundtrack is changing.The sounds drifting across the West Virginia University campus belong to the Pride of West Virginia, as the marching band prepares for next week’s season opener against Coastal Carolina.The drums are getting louder. Game day is getting closer.In this episode, the “Guys” unveil their final batch of preseason Over/Under propositions. Brad zeroes in on an intriguing offensive category and a critical defensive statistic that rarely receives the attention it deserves.The numbers have been set. The predictions have been made. All that remains is to play the games and discover who knew what they were talking about — and who absolutely did not.Hoppy delivers his Obvious Observations, while listener questions and comments complete the show with Textual Healing.

Classes are underway at West Virginia University, signaling another important turn on the football calendar.The Mountaineers have officially moved beyond the isolation of preseason camp — morning practices and long days spent inside the Puskar Center — and into the rhythm of a normal game week.Afternoon practices have arrived, preparations are intensifying, and the season opener is now less than three weeks away.So, what should we expect from Rich Rodriguez’s offense?In this episode, the “Guys” unveil the first installment of their annual preseason over/under propositions. The opening focus is on a WVU offense expected to make a significant jump from last season.How productive will the Mountaineers be? Which players are poised for breakout seasons? And which numbers will ultimately define the success of Rodriguez’s offense?The predictions are made. Now comes the fun part — seeing who’s right.Hoppy Kercheval delivers his Obvious Observations, and listener questions and comments complete the episode with Textual Healing.