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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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Rich Rodriguez wasted no time reshaping West Virginia’s roster. One year removed from arriving late to the cycle, the Mountaineers’ 2026 recruiting class is earning national recognition—complete with signing-day surprises and a few headline-grabbing flips. On the hardwood, the Mountaineer basketball team cruised past Coppin State in a distinctly memorable 91–49 win. Eagles head coach Larry Stewart added an unexpected footnote to the night by earning the fastest ejection ever recorded inside Hope Coliseum. In this episode, the “Guys” break down the impact of WVU’s recruiting haul and turn their attention to Saturday’s matchup with Wake Forest. Listener questions and comments round out the show.
It’s a pivotal week for both Mountaineer football and basketball.On Wednesday, Coach Rich Rodriguez begins signing his first true recruiting class, marking a major milestone in his program rebuild. Meanwhile, WVU basketball gears up for a two-game stretch highlighted by a Power 4 showdown with Wake ForestIn this episode, the “Guys” deliver their post-mortem on Saturday’s regular-season finale against Texas Tech and break down Sunday’s win over Mercyhurst.Listener questions and comments round out the show on Textual Healing.
This holiday weekend brings a full plate of Mountaineer athletics. West Virginia football wraps up the regular season Saturday with a daunting challenge against No. 5 Texas Tech, while WVU men’s basketball tips off a three-game week Sunday against Mercyhurst. In this episode, the “Guys” dive into the numbers to preview the Red Raiders and break down the matchup with the Lakers. Listener questions and comments round out the show.
It was not the weekend in Charleston the Mountaineer basketball team envisioned. A gut-punch loss to Clemson on Friday was followed by Xavier’s record-setting shooting display on Sunday, sending previously undefeated WVU home with two defeats in three days. Now the question becomes: How will they respond? The Mountaineers have a full week to reset, regroup, and recalibrate before hosting Mercyhurst next Sunday in Morgantown. In this episode, the “Guys” break down the numbers behind the struggles in South Carolina and explain why WVU left without a win. The crew also recaps their weekend event and closes the show by answering listener questions and comments.
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 Monday’s win over Lafayette and dive into the matchup with Clemson. They also examine the impact of standout football recruit Kevin Brown’s commitment to WVU. Listener questions and comments round out the show on Textual Healing.
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 show on Textual Healing.
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 — before turning their attention to Saturday’s football trip to Arizona State. Can Rich Rodriguez’s squad pull off an upset in the desert?Listener questions and comments round out the show on Textual Healing.
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 and what it reveals about the early direction of the season.Listener questions and comments wrap things up with another dose of Textual Healing.
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 games of the WVU men’s basketball season.Listener questions and comments wrap up the show.
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 possible.Brad and Tony also turn their attention to hoops, previewing Tuesday’s regular-season opener between the Mountaineers and Mount St. Mary’s.Listener questions and comments wrap up the show with another round of Textual Healing.
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 bizarre headlines swirling around the college football world — because there’s never a dull week on the gridiron.Listener questions and comments wrap up the show with another round of Textual Healing.
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 Healing.
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 what West Virginia must do to pull the upset.Listener questions and comments close out the show on Textual Healing.
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 against Maryland — and what it might reveal about the year ahead.Listener questions and comments wrap up the show with another round of Textual Healing.
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, the “Guys” dig into the storylines, analytics, and matchups that will define the game. Listener questions and comments wrap things up on Textual Healing.
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 student-athletes, and what it means for the future of the university. Listener questions and comments wrap up the show.
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 run.Listener questions and comments wrap up the show with another round of Textual Healing.
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 the most important matchups, and set the stage for Friday night’s showdown. Listener questions and comments round out the show.
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.
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.
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love the show guys! got to meet Brad yesterday at the basketball game so that was awesome! l listen to every episode so Keep up the great work.
Very informative and always interesting takes on WVU.