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(Photo by WVU Athletics)    North Dakota State transfer linebacker Jasir Cox quickly became a key asset for the Mountaineer defense in 2022. The talented Missouri native finished the campaign with 62 tackles, 6 TFLs, 3 passes defended, and 2 fumble recoveries including one for a touchdown against Baylor. Today, Cox officially made his decision on his future. He will be entering his name into the 2023 NFL Draft and testing the professional waters. https://twitter.com/jasirupnext1/status/1602329099242033154?s=46&t=yeQEUoOMI1ujztTBGSlbJg Cox if the third Mountaineer to announce his intentions to join the draft. He follows Bryce Ford-Wheaton and Sam James, who both declared for the draft in the weeks prior.

(Photo by USF Athletics) Travis Trickett is a fan favorite in Morgantown, there’s no doubt about it. The former WVU tight ends coach left the Mountaineers in 2022 to serve as the offensive coordinator for the South Florida Bulls. After South Florida made a staff change, Trickett was looking for work. According to reports, he was expected to accept the offensive coordinator position with Coastal Carolina. However, many fans are now speculating his return to Morgantown following his latest tweet. https://twitter.com/coachttrickett/status/1610383806758023171?s=46&t=ZmJ49fcw3HBw8yp0hsnuHg   Though there isn’t any context to the tweet, fans seem to think this could be Trickett indicating his return to Morgantown. “Let’s Go” is a common expression that the Mountaineer coaching staff uses all across social media. Only time will tell. Stay tuned to The Voice of Motown for updates      

Cover Photo: ESPN From his roots with the Mountaineers, Pat McAfee has grown to become one of the most iconic figures in the sports world today. He had a pretty good career with the Indianapolis Colts, hosts the wildly popular Pat McAfee Show on SiriusXM, is an analyst for ESPN's College Gameday, and is a commentator for the WWE. Despite his very busy schedule, McAfee always comes back to discussing his beloved Mountaineers. He hasn't held back his disappointment about the 2022 season, which led to Neal Brown angrily responding to his statements during a post-game press conference. But the hiring of Blaine Stewart has seemingly helped McAfee trust the climb once again. “I’ve literally known Blaine since he was a child.. His dad, a legend, was my coach at WVU.. The facility was a 2nd home for Blaine when he was growing up… Now he has his own room there. This is really cool. I’m so incredibly proud of you my brother. Let’s GOOOOO,” McAfee tweeted in response to the news. The announcement came just two days after Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette broke the news of Stewart leaving the Steelers to join WVU Stewart, the son of the late former WVU head coach Bill Stewart, was in his second season with the Steelers as assistant wide receivers coach. He had spent two seasons as a coaching assistant before being promoted to his most recent role. Stewart is coming to the Mountaineers after a recent change in the wide receiver coach position with the hiring of Bilal Marshall. Prior to embarking on a career in coaching, the Morgantown, West Virginia native played wide receiver at the University of Charleston in 2016 and 2017, after beginning his collegiate career at James Madison University (2013-15).

(Photo via WVU)  It has been over two decades since former WVU Tight End Anthony Becht suited up for the Old Gold & Blue. The Pennsylvania native spent the entirety of his collegiate career (1996-1999) in Morgantown, tallying 83 catches for 1,178 yards and 11 touchdowns. This would propel him to his opportunity at the NFL where he would play for five different teams over twelve years. After his retirement, Becht spent some time in the broadcast booth with ESPN before trying his hand at coaching. His first chance to be a head coach came in 2019 with the San Diego Fleet of the Alliance of American Football (AAF). This wouldn’t last long, however, as the league went under before their first season in-operation was even complete. It would take him four years, but Becht has once again landed a head coaching gig - this time in the XFL. In the league now owned by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Becht was selected as the Head Coach of the St. Louis BattleHawks. The organization participated in their first game of the 2023 spring season yesterday, and to say it was one for the ages would be an understatement. Trailing 15-3 with less than two minutes to play, Becht and the BattleHawks used the league’s progressive rules to their advantage en route to a come-from-behind 18-15 victory over the San Antonio Brahmas. https://twitter.com/espn/status/1627443076644888580?s=46&t=-NGiFXRmWt9v_E3K7W7q2w The game was widely regarded as the best of opening weekend for the league. With many praising the team’s fight and unwillingness to go down, it’s easy to assume that Becht will be a rising star in the coaching ranks before we know it. Becht and the BattleHawks (1-0) travel to take on the Seattle Sea Dragons (0-1) this Thursday. The game is set for a 9 p.m. kickoff and will be televised on FX.

(Photo by WVU Athletics)  Spring camp is now underway for the West Virginia University Mountaineers. Neal Brown, who is heading into his fifth season at the helm, will have his work cut out for him if he hopes to escape the hot seat. Despite a 22-25 record, Brown was given one last chance to redeem himself under Athletic Director Wren Baker. Easily Brown’s most important decision regarding the 2023 season will be his signal-caller. Redshirt junior Garrett Greene and redshirt freshman Nicco Marchiol are set to battle for the honors of QB1 following the departure of J.T. Daniels. Both quarterbacks saw action down the final stretch of the 2022 season when Daniels was benched during WVU’s 23-20 win over Oklahoma. Greene, who had been used sparingly up to that point, gave the team a much needed shot in the arm. His dual-threat ability was simply too much for the Sooners. With his shining moment coming in arguably one of WVU’s best outings since entering the Big 12, many believe he should be given the first opportunity to start. Marchiol, who was a highly-touted prospect out of high school, only saw action in two games last season. Outside of a game management job against Oklahoma State, his only other appearance was mop-up duty against Towson. Though the body of work isn’t there yet, his raw talent will give him a legitimate opportunity to emerge victorious in the competition. As for when Coach Brown expects a starter to emerge, he revealed that during his press conference on Monday. Should neither Greene or Marchiol clearly separate themselves during the spring, Brown will make the decision on his starting quarterback during fall camp. This is to be expected, however, as Brown has allowed every quarterback competition that he has overseen at WVU run into the fall. This will also be his first quarterback competition without a transfer since arriving in Morgantown in 2019. Stay tuned to The Voice of Motown for updates on WVU’s quarterback situation.

Neal Brown and the Mountaineers have landed the 2nd rated player overall in West Virginia in the 2024 class. Keyshawn Robinson, a wide receiver prospect from Shenandoah Junction, West Virginia, officially announced his intentions to play his collegiate career in Morgantown this morning.   https://twitter.com/keyshawnrobin17/status/1647617884615503873?s=46&t=cXIQ4JQG-pp-P6qrRwLwjw Robinson is a three-star prospect according to 247Sports. He currently holds three FBS offers, including Temple and Old Dominion. The talented youngster indicated his intentions of joining WVU last night in a conversation with The Voice of Motown.

Former Marshall wide receiver EJ Horton announced via Twitter that he will be transferring to WVU to play for the Mountaineers on Sunday afternoon. https://twitter.com/_issalilgoat/status/1657815685521711108?s=46&t=cXIQ4JQG-pp-P6qrRwLwjw Horton, a Kentucky native, will have two seasons of eligibility remaining. Possessing incredible speed, he has been clocked with a 4.3-second 40-yard dash. https://twitter.com/voicemorgantown/status/1657818138233262080?s=20 In three seasons with the Herd, Horton tallied 16 catches for 245 yards and two touchdowns. After losing Jaylen Ellis to Colorado, Horton will be the speedster that the Mountaineers were lacking going into the 2023 season.

WVU has secured their second 2024 commitment in as many days. Morgantown, WV - Moments ago, the West Virginia Mountaineer Football team secured their second commitment in as many days with offensive lineman Kyle Altuner. https://twitter.com/kylealtuner/status/1667578583328382983?s=46&t=cXIQ4JQG-pp-P6qrRwLwjw   Altuner, a Maryland native, was a 247Sports three-star prospect. He currently holds 20 offers, according to the site. The Mountaineers now have four commits in the 2024 class, and should be landing many more over the summer months. (Photo via WVU Recruiting)   

Arizona transfer Kerr Kriisa has withdrew his name from the transfer portal.   Morgantown, WV - After entering his name back into the transfer portal, Arizona transfer Kerr Kriisa has decided to withdraw his name and remain at WVU, according to On3 Sports. https://twitter.com/TiptonEdits/status/1673073221631983618?s=20   Kriisa becomes the first of the three Mountaineers who entered the portal following the resignation of Bob Huggins to return. The expectation is that at least one of the remaining two in the portal will also return to WVU.   In a tweet explaining his return, Kriisa states “this one is for Huggs.” https://twitter.com/KerrKriisa/status/1673073217525645313?s=20   Stay tuned to The Voice of Motown for updates. (Photo via WVU Recruiting)

WVU Forward Jesse Edwards was recognized as one of the best defenders in College Basketball. Morgantown, WV - Earlier today, College Basketball Report on Twitter revealed their top 25 defenders for the 2023-24 season. Syracuse Orangeman turned West Virginia Mountaineer, Jesse Edwards, was included on the list. https://twitter.com/CBKReport/status/1679273334159147013?s=20 Edwards comes to WVU after averaging 14.5 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 2.7 blocks per game in 2022-23. In a transfer class that is considered one of the best in the nation for WVU, Edwards was tied with Kerr Kriisa as being the highest rated player, according to On3. (Photo via WVU Recruiting)

Colorado is officially set to join the Big 12 in 2024.  Boulder, CO - Moments ago, the University of Colorado officially announced their intentions to rejoin the Big 12 following meetings Thursday afternoon. https://twitter.com/cubuffs/status/1684675365728628736?s=46&t=cXIQ4JQG-pp-P6qrRwLwjw The school’s board of regents voted unanimously in favor of the move. They will officially begin competing in the league during the 2024-25 academic year. (Photo by University of Colorado)   

Twitter account College Football Blue Bloods has projected WVU to finish 2nd in the Big 12. Morgantown, WV - College Football Blue Bloods, a popular Twitter account, revealed their Big 12 projections for the 2023 season. To the surprise of everyone, their placement of the Mountaineers strongly contradicts the Big 12’s Preseason Poll. https://twitter.com/bluebloodsbias/status/1690887417304379392?s=46&t=cXIQ4JQG-pp-P6qrRwLwjw The account has WVU finishing 9-3 overall and 7-2 in Big 12 play. This is good enough for 2nd in the league, and an appearance in the Big 12 title game. A finish this strong would certainly guarantee Neal Brown more time. While it is easier said than done, it is far from impossible, despite popular belief. (Photo by WVU Athletics) 

WVU Quarterback Garrett Greene has once again finished with a high grade on Pro Football Focus.   Morgantown, WV - Following a solid week one grade, WVU Quarterback Garrett Greene finished as one of the top quarterbacks in the Power Five in week two. https://twitter.com/pff_college/status/1701281196699951176?s=46&t=cXIQ4JQG-pp-P6qrRwLwjw   According to Pro Football Focus, Greene finished with a grade of 90.5 - good enough for 9th overall amongst Power Five quarterbacks this weekend. After a slow start, Greene connected on 10 of 18 passes for 240 yards and 4 touchdowns (career high). He will have the opportunity to once again put on a show against a Pitt defense that struggled in week two. The Mountaineers and the Panthers kickoff this week at 7:30 on ABC. (Photo by WVU Athletics) 

WVU has shared injury updates on both Aubrey Burks and Trey Lathan. Morgantown, WV - Moments ago, the WVU Football team shared updates on the injuries of Aubrey Burks and Trey Lathan. The update is as follows:   “Junior safety Aubrey Burks will stay in Fort Worth tonight for observation. Redshirt freshman linebacker Trey Lathan also will remain in town and have surgery on a lower leg injury.” https://Twitter.com/wvufootball/status/1708337986142646454?s=46&t=cXIQ4JQG-pp-P6qrRwLwjw Both Burks and Lathan left WVU’s 24-21 win over TCU with presumed serious injuries. Expect Neal Brown to give updates on both during his press conference on Monday. (Photo by WVU Athletics) 

West Virginia Men’s Soccer, who is ranked 5th in the nation, took down 1st-ranked Marshall on Thursday night in Morgantown. Morgantown, WV - Moments ago, the West Virginia Men’s Soccer team took down the nation’s top team in Marshall by a final score of 5-2. Marcus Caldeira had a hat trick, scoring 3 goals for the Mountaineers. That was the first hat trick for West Virginia since 2014. With the win, the Mountaineers have improved to 10-0-4 on the season. https://twitter.com/wvumenssoccer/status/1714791545595998638?s=46&t=USDKe35TLtcCPitgUlQ1PA (Photo by WVU Athletics)