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On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap Wyndham Clark's impressive wire-to-wire US Open win with a very contentious Shinnecock crowd behind him, plus they go over all the different World Cup action that happened over the weekend, plus everything else that's happening in both the NFL and the sports world as a whole. They're also joined by several great guests including CBS Sports Golazo analyst and former 10+ year professional soccer player, Mike Grella; ESPN Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania on a potential Giannis trade; ESPN golf/college football columnist Mark Schlabach; 4 star WR Julius Jones Jr. makes his college commitment; Texans ROH member, future Hall of Famer, 3x DPOY, Walter Payton Man of the Year, JJ Watt; and Head Baseball Coach of the West Virginia Mountaineers, Steve Sabins. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! Link: https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/CORNERWhat does the future hold for WVU football in 2026?
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Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the June 18th WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the June 17th WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
Down to 6 teams left in Omaha, as 2 of the 5 SEC squads have been sent packing in Ole Miss and Alabama. We recap how we got to Tuesday's elimination action and set the stage for the final few days of bracket play here at the 2026 Men's College World Series.Dugouts, Dumbbells and Dingers is sponsored by Homefield Apparel. They provide quality, thoughtful apparel for more than 200 colleges and universities across the coutry, including all 8 teams in Omaha. Be sure to visit homefieldapparel.com for the best college baseball team gear you can find, and check out their coverage from Omaha at The Homefield House!3D is also in partnership with Backyard Baseball Bros, the creators of the Borgoball. Check out backyardbaseballbros.com for the various editions of the Borgoball on sale now! They've also got softballs available for sale, and their newest products, the BORGOBAT and BorgoZONE!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Each team has taken the field in Omaha, so let's recap how they all did. From timely hitting to epic pitching performances, we had it all in the first 2 days of the 2026 Men's College World Series. Hear anaylsis, stats, highlights and postgame audio from all 4 victorious teams as we set the stage for the 2nd Round of the Men's College World Series.Dugouts, Dumbbells and Dingers is sponsored by Homefield Apparel. They provide quality, thoughtful apparel for more than 200 colleges and universities across the coutry, including all 8 teams in Omaha. Be sure to visit homefieldapparel.com for the best college baseball team gear you can find, and check out their coverage from Omaha at The Homefield House!3D is also in partnership with Backyard Baseball Bros, the creators of the Borgoball. Check out backyardbaseballbros.com for the various editions of the Borgoball on sale now! They've also got softballs available for sale, and their newest products, the BORGOBAT and BorgoZONE!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Hello from Omaha! 3D is bringing you live coverage from the Men's College World Series, and we begin our coverage with a Bracket 1 Preview, featuring West Virginia, Troy, Ole Miss and North Carolina. David Kahn caught up with all 4 teams on Media Day Thursday ahead of their first games. Hear from West Virginia's Paul Schoenfeld, Ben Lumsden, Armani Guzman and Weston Mazey, Troy's AD Kyle George, Jim Meade (Skylar's dad), Steven Meier, Drew Nelson and Houston Markham, Ole Miss' Hunter Elliott, Taylor Rabe, Walker Hooks and Austin Fawley, and North Carolina's Owen Hull, Caden Glauber, Matthew Matthijs, Cooper Nicholson and Ryan Lynch. Dugouts, Dumbbells and Dingers is sponsored by Homefield Apparel. They provide quality, thoughtful apparel for more than 200 colleges and universities across the coutry, including all 8 teams in Omaha. Be sure to visit homefieldapparel.com for the best college baseball team gear you can find, and check out their coverage from Omaha at The Homefield House! 3D is also in partnership with Backyard Baseball Bros, the creators of the Borgoball. Check out backyardbaseballbros.com for the various editions of the Borgoball on sale now! They've also got softballs available for sale, and their newest products, the BORGOBAT and BorgoZONE!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the June 12th WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! Link: https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/CORNERDirector of WVU Athletics Content, John Antonik, joins Couz to discuss the unlikely path WVU baseball has taken to get to the College World Series. From a program that was nearly shut down, to playing for a National Championship. John goes through the history of how WVU had to make a decision when they joined the Big 12; either go all-in on baseball or shut down the program. He explains all the people who helped make the decision, the steps taken to put West Virginia baseball in a better spot, and how they got where they are today. _______________________________________________Source:wvusports.com: https://wvusports.com/news/2026/6/8/baseball-lucks-vision-becoming-a-reality_______________________________________________✈️ Book your travel plans with Mountaineer Travel: ✈️https://mountaineer.travel/a/Q3YFPENZG6Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornholeCouz's Corner Merch Store: https://couz-shop.fourthwall.com/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGQsDxC1nVegCKqyoMKnL9w/joinOther Ways To contribute to the channel:Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Justin-Walker-516PayPal: https://paypal.me/couzscorner?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USFanatics link: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/eKxbVrSubscribe: https://youtube.com/c/CouzsCornerSportsSocials:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/couzwalkerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@couzscorner?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couzscorner206/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Couzs-Corner-113327741384316This channel is dedicated to covering college football, with a big focus on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It also features conference realignment news & rumors, game breakdowns and predictions, special guest interviews, livestreams and a lot more. FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the June 11th WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
The West Virginia Mountaineers are off to the College World Series. Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo is joined by West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey to discuss the importance of this run for the state, the baseball program, the university and how WVU has enjoyed its time in the Big 12. Plus, how important is Pat McAfee to its brand and much more!
Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the June 10th WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! Link: https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/CORNERCan WVU baseball actually pull off the unthinkable this season? We're diving deep into the Mountaineers' recent performance, key players, and the path to a potential historic run.In this video, Couz's Corner breaks down the current state of West Virginia baseball and what needs to happen for them to shock the college baseball world. From dominant pitching to clutch hitting, we analyze the "unthinkable" scenarios that could put West Virginia on top.✈️ Book your travel plans with Mountaineer Travel: ✈️https://mountaineer.travel/a/Q3YFPENZG6Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornholeCouz's Corner Merch Store: https://couz-shop.fourthwall.com/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGQsDxC1nVegCKqyoMKnL9w/joinOther Ways To contribute to the channel:Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Justin-Walker-516PayPal: https://paypal.me/couzscorner?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USFanatics link: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/eKxbVrSubscribe: https://youtube.com/c/CouzsCornerSportsSocials:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/couzwalkerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@couzscorner?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couzscorner206/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Couzs-Corner-113327741384316This channel is dedicated to covering college football, with a big focus on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It also features conference realignment news & rumors, game breakdowns and predictions, special guest interviews, livestreams and a lot more. FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the June 9th WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the June 8th WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the June 5th WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! Link: https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/CORNERWVU Baseball is hosting the Super Regionals in Morgantown, but it's not going to be an easy road!
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Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the June 2nd WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! Link: https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/CORNERWVU football could be negatively impacted by a potential shift in Big 12 conference scheduling plans. In this video, we break down why this plan would likely not work for the Mountaineers and other Big 12 football programs.In this video, we discuss:-The specifics of the potential "Major Move" in the Big 12.-Why WVU might be at a disadvantage compared to other conference members.-The potential long-term fallout for the football program and the athletic department.-What Wren Baker and the WVU leadership need to do to protect our future.Would this new era be a major setback for the Gold and Blue? I want to hear from YOU. Drop a comment below with your thoughts on these Big 12 changes!✈️ Book your travel plans with Mountaineer Travel: ✈️https://mountaineer.travel/a/Q3YFPENZG6Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornholeCouz's Corner Merch Store: https://couz-shop.fourthwall.com/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGQsDxC1nVegCKqyoMKnL9w/joinOther Ways To contribute to the channel:Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Justin-Walker-516PayPal: https://paypal.me/couzscorner?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USFanatics link: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/eKxbVrSubscribe: https://youtube.com/c/CouzsCornerSportsSocials:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/couzwalkerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@couzscorner?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couzscorner206/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Couzs-Corner-113327741384316This channel is dedicated to covering college football, with a big focus on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It also features conference realignment news & rumors, game breakdowns and predictions, special guest interviews, livestreams and a lot more. FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the June 1st WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the May 29th WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the May 28th WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the May 27th WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the May 26th WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the May 25th WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! Link: https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/CORNERWVU AD Wren Baker doesn't hold back!
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What are Big 12 coaches actually saying about WVU football when the cameras are turned off?
Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the May 21st WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
More doubters are emerging for the WVU football program heading into 2026, but Couz explains why they're missing the mark. This episode also covers the West Virginia basketball team's impressive performance, securing a top 10 ranking according to 247 Sports, and credits Ross Hodge's recruiting. Don't miss the insights on why the Mountaineers are possibly poised to exceed expectations in both major sports in the upcoming seasons!_______________________________________Sources:CFBudge on X: https://x.com/CF_BudgeWV Sports Chat: https://wvsportschat.com/2026/05/14/wvu-mens-basketball-receives-top-10-ranking-at-247-sports/_______________________________________Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornholeCouz's Corner Merch Store: https://couz-shop.fourthwall.com/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGQsDxC1nVegCKqyoMKnL9w/joinOther Ways To contribute to the channel:Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Justin-Walker-516PayPal: https://paypal.me/couzscorner?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USFanatics link: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/eKxbVrSubscribe: https://youtube.com/c/CouzsCornerSportsSocials:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/couzwalkerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@couzscorner?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couzscorner206/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Couzs-Corner-113327741384316This channel is dedicated to covering college football, with a big focus on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It also features conference realignment news & rumors, game breakdowns and predictions, special guest interviews, livestreams and a lot more. FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the May 20th WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
Chris Anderson from Eer Sports joined DJ & PK to take a deep dive on the West Virginia Mountaineers as the spring football tour made a stop in Morgantown.
Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the May 19th WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
In this episode of Couz's Corner, we address common misconceptions around NIL money for WVU football players, busting some myths and explaining why certain information might not be accurate. We dive into the details of name image likeness valuations that are being reported as actual payouts. How does this affect the chatter around the QB competition at WVU? Couz touches on that as well. An Iowa State insider seems to think WVU may be an easy home game for the Cyclones in 2026. Couz exposes where that writer went wrong in his assessment. Plus, stay tuned for some breaking WVU basketball news that came out on Thursday regarding a major non-conference opponent. ____________________________________Sources:College Front Office: https://www.collegefrontoffice.com/football/teams/west-virginia?view=recruitsIowa State Cyclones on SI: https://www.si.com/college/iowa-state/football/ranking-iowa-state-football-home-games-from-easiest-to-hardestRocco Miller on X: https://x.com/RoccoMiller8/status/2054983934795296903____________________________________Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornholeCouz's Corner Merch Store: https://couz-shop.fourthwall.com/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGQsDxC1nVegCKqyoMKnL9w/joinOther Ways To contribute to the channel:Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Justin-Walker-516PayPal: https://paypal.me/couzscorner?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USFanatics link: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/eKxbVrSubscribe: https://youtube.com/c/CouzsCornerSportsSocials:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/couzwalkerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@couzscorner?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couzscorner206/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Couzs-Corner-113327741384316This channel is dedicated to covering college football, with a big focus on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It also features conference realignment news & rumors, game breakdowns and predictions, special guest interviews, livestreams and a lot more. FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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In this episode, we're breaking down a recent, must-read interview with WVU football head coach Rich Rodriguez on ESPN.com. Rich Rod doesn't hold back on the current state of college football and what it could mean for the future of West Virginia. Is the program we love actually at risk of being "ruined" forever?We also dive into the latest buzz surrounding the depth chart: Has the starting QB finally been revealed?What we're discussing:The Rich Rod Interview: Key takeaways from his ESPN feature regarding the shifting landscape of the game.The WVU Identity: Can the Mountaineers survive the current rising costs in college athletics?Quarterback Update: Analyzing the latest signals on who will be leading the offense this season.Defensive Update: What player stood out during spring camp.Let's get the conversation started: Rich Rodriguez had some strong points in his interview—do you agree with his outlook on the game's future? And with the QB situation heating up, who is your pick for Week 1? Let me know in the comments!Source:ESPN: https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48679548/west-virginia-rich-rodriguez-qa-college-footballGet Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornholeCouz's Corner Merch Store: https://couz-shop.fourthwall.com/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGQsDxC1nVegCKqyoMKnL9w/joinOther Ways To contribute to the channel:Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Justin-Walker-516PayPal: https://paypal.me/couzscorner?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USFanatics link: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/eKxbVrSubscribe: https://youtube.com/c/CouzsCornerSportsSocials:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/couzwalkerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@couzscorner?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couzscorner206/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Couzs-Corner-113327741384316This channel is dedicated to covering college football, with a big focus on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It also features conference realignment news & rumors, game breakdowns and predictions, special guest interviews, livestreams and a lot more. FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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West Virginia University is facing a perfect storm. Between a looming national enrollment cliff, a $45 million university budget deficit, and the skyrocketing costs of the Power 4 arms race, the future of WVU Athletics feels more uncertain than ever.In this video, we go beyond the box scores to look at the cold, hard data. We're diving deep into the fiscal stress currently weighing on Morgantown and asking the tough question: Do the signs point to WVU Athletics being in serious trouble?We break down:The Enrollment Cliff: How a shrinking student body impacts athletic subsidies and long-term stability.The Revenue Gap: A look at the latest EADA revenue figures where WVU currently sits in the bottom half of the Big 12.The "Front Porch" Theory: Why the university must keep spending on sports even when the budget is tight.Signs of Hope: From Wren Baker's strategic planning to the FY2026 financial pivot, we look at the aggressive moves being made to keep the Mountaineers competitive.The landscape of the Big 12 is shifting, and the margin for error has never been thinner. Can WVU innovate its way out of a financial hole, or is the gap between the "haves" and "have-nots" becoming too wide to bridge?What do you think? Is the administration doing enough to protect the future of our sports, or are you worried about where we'll be in 2030? Let's talk about it in the comments.____________________________________________Sources:Jeff Fuller on X: https://x.com/jjfuller72/status/2053813920633082211Kyle Saunders on Substack: https://kylesaunders.com/university-map/____________________________________________Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornholeCouz's Corner Merch Store: https://couz-shop.fourthwall.com/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGQsDxC1nVegCKqyoMKnL9w/joinOther Ways To contribute to the channel:Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Justin-Walker-516PayPal: https://paypal.me/couzscorner?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USFanatics link: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/eKxbVrSubscribe: https://youtube.com/c/CouzsCornerSportsSocials:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/couzwalkerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@couzscorner?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couzscorner206/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Couzs-Corner-113327741384316This channel is dedicated to covering college football, with a big focus on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It also features conference realignment news & rumors, game breakdowns and predictions, special guest interviews, livestreams and a lot more. FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Bonus episode with the audio being taken from the May 13th WVU News Daily feature over on the #CRW YouTube Channel. Subscribe below. #WVU #WVUFootball #WVUBasketball #WVUSports #WVUMountaineers #WestVirginia Country Roads Webcast - YouTube
Couz takes a deep dive into the survival strategy of WVU Athletics as he gives his takeaways from his recent trip to the Mountaineer Coaches Caravan. As the college football landscape shifts under NIL, the transfer portal, and constant need for more money, West Virginia is placing a massive bet on its most valuable asset: Mountaineer Nation. We explore the various reasons WVU is confident they will not only survive, but thrive in the next round of conference realignment. Couz will also talk about why he's so confident WVU sports is pouring all that it can into being successful, including strong support of Olympic sports. Finally, Couz will give some takeaways from Rich Rodriguez's comments at the caravan stop, as well as comments from Ross Hodge, Wren Baker and other WVU coaches. Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornholeCouz's Corner Merch Store: https://couz-shop.fourthwall.com/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGQsDxC1nVegCKqyoMKnL9w/joinOther Ways To contribute to the channel:Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Justin-Walker-516PayPal: https://paypal.me/couzscorner?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USFanatics link: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/eKxbVrSubscribe: https://youtube.com/c/CouzsCornerSportsSocials:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/couzwalkerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@couzscorner?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couzscorner206/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Couzs-Corner-113327741384316This channel is dedicated to covering college football, with a big focus on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It also features conference realignment news & rumors, game breakdowns and predictions, special guest interviews, livestreams and a lot more. FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Two national experts overlooked WVU basketball in recent rankings. Shortly after the news broke that the NCAA Tournament field would officially be expanding to 76 teams, ESPN's Joe Lunardi released an early Bracketology prediction. Surprisingly, WVU basketball was not included. Couz gives his thoughts on that.CBS Sports' Jon Rothstein also omitted WVU men's basketball from his most recent. Live 45 preseason rankings. All of this on the heels of Ross Hodge having one of the best offseasons in Mountaineer basketball history.Are they trolling WVU fans? Did they just forget West Virginia exists? Couz talks about all of that in this episode. He also talks about the official reveal of the 2026 Player's Era Tournament that will take place this Fall in Las Vegas. West Virginia may face some tough, but exciting opponents in this event. Couz will explain the details and what it all means for WVU fans. ____________________________________________Sources:ESPN: https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/48701991/players-era-men-championships-expanding-24-teamshttps://www.espn.com/espn/feature/story/_/page/bracketology/ncaa-bracketology-2027-march-madness-men-field-predictionsJon Rothstein at FanDuel: https://www.fanduel.com/research/jon-rothstein-45-2026-offseason-edition-college-basketball-rankings____________________________________________Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornholeCouz's Corner Merch Store: https://couz-shop.fourthwall.com/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGQsDxC1nVegCKqyoMKnL9w/joinOther Ways To contribute to the channel:Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Justin-Walker-516PayPal: https://paypal.me/couzscorner?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USFanatics link: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/eKxbVrSubscribe: https://youtube.com/c/CouzsCornerSportsSocials:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/couzwalkerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@couzscorner?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couzscorner206/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Couzs-Corner-113327741384316This channel is dedicated to covering college football, with a big focus on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It also features conference realignment news & rumors, game breakdowns and predictions, special guest interviews, livestreams and a lot more. FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
West Virginia University has officially declined the $30 million line of credit offered through the Big 12's deal with RedBird Capital. In this episode of Couz's Corner, we break down why Wren Baker and the WVU administration said "no" to the private equity-backed cash infusion and what it means for WVU Football's ability to compete in the new era of college sports.We explore the 10% interest rate attached to the deal, the university's concerns over long-term debt, and how this decision aligns with WVU's recent $4 million investment in local real estate to boost internal revenue. Is this a calculated financial masterclass, or is West Virginia falling behind in the Big 12 arms race?In this episode, we discuss:Why WVU joined Houston and UCF in opting out.Where WVU is now in their roster spending and ability to compete.What do you think? Did WVU make the right call by avoiding the debt, or should they have taken the cash to keep up with the top spenders in the conference? Let me know in the comments!Also in the episode, Couz will talk about ESPN ranking WVU football near the bottom in another offseason ranking. What important details did the "worldwide leader" leave out and was it a show of disrespect to WVU football?Finally, Couz talks WVU basketball. He will take a look at what Ross Hodge and company have done in the offseason and how that has shaped expectations among Mountaineer fans and even among national experts. Is it a Sweet 16 or Bust type of season for West Virginia men's basketball? What do you think? ______________________________________________Sources:247 Sports: https://247sports.com/college/west-virginia/board/58/contents/sources-wvu-makes-a-call-on-private-capitals-line-of-credit-offer-284194081/?page=1Field of 68: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3ONoZxAHWsESPN: https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48627615/ranking-offseason-college-football-power-4-teams-2026#big12_______________________________________________Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornholeCouz's Corner Merch Store: https://couz-shop.fourthwall.com/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGQsDxC1nVegCKqyoMKnL9w/joinOther Ways To contribute to the channel:Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Justin-Walker-516PayPal: https://paypal.me/couzscorner?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USFanatics link: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/eKxbVrSubscribe: https://youtube.com/c/CouzsCornerSportsSocials:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/couzwalkerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@couzscorner?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couzscorner206/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Couzs-Corner-113327741384316This channel is dedicated to covering college football, with a big focus on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It also features conference realignment news & rumors, game breakdowns and predictions, special guest interviews, livestreams and a lot more. FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
If you follow West Virginia Mountaineers football football, you know the name Scotty Fox Jr. — but do you really know the quarterback behind the headlines? In this episode, the “Guys” sit down with Fox for an honest, insightful and surprisingly funny conversation about the whirlwind that became his freshman season. Thrust into action before most expected, the Mentor, Ohio native responded by throwing for 300-plus yards twice and becoming the first true freshman quarterback to start for the Mountaineers in more than 70 years. Fox opens up about the pressure of leading a Power Four program as a teenager, the lessons learned during his baptism-by-fire debut season and the mindset he's carrying into year two. From film study and confidence to leadership and locker room chemistry, the “Guys” peel back the curtain on one of the most intriguing young players in the Big 12. It's a revealing look at the player Mountaineer fans have watched — and the person they're just beginning to know.