Did Matt Moore Just Take a Shot at Rich Rod or Stick Up for His Players?

An interestingly worded post from the former WVU offensive line coach.

West Virginia University offensive line coach Matt Moore. / Christopher Hall - West Virginia on SI

West Virginia's new head football coach, Rich Rodriguez, is all about his players having a hard edge. That's the phrase you'll hear him say over and over again, especially when asked about what type of players he and his staff will recruit.

What does it mean to have a hard edge?

Basically, it is to be mentally and physically tougher than your opponent and to have the ability to block out distractions/outside noise and push through adverse situations.

Over the last handful of days, several West Virginia players have entered the transfer portal, and many fans on social media have commented on the player's posts, saying they don't have a hard edge and that they are soft, citing that as the reason why they are leaving the program.

Friday afternoon, recently dismissed offensive line coach Matt Moore, made a post on X sticking up for his players.

"Struggling to find the words to express my gratitude to ALL of the guys I have had the pleasure to coach here at West Virginia. Thank you for always being the same guy and coming to WORK every day. 6 years, 3 Freshmen all Americans, 2 top-round draft picks (2 on the way), 2 All Americans. Multiple all-conference players. I would call that a HARD EDGE!! Love you guys!!"

While this is likely Moore sticking up for his guys after receiving backlash from the fans, many are viewing it as a direct shot at head coach Rich Rodriguez. What do you think?

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