Mountaineers in the Pros

Nov 4, 2017; Morgantown, WV, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers linebacker David Long Jr. (11) before a snap during the first quarter against the Iowa State Cyclones at Milan Puskar Stadium.

David Long Jr. Lands with Super Bowl Contender

It didn't take long for former West Virginia University linebacker David Long Jr. to find a new home

Mountaineers in the Pros

David Long Jr. Lands with Super Bowl Contender

It didn't take long for former West Virginia University linebacker David Long Jr. to find a new home

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Zach Frazier Earns a Spot Near the Top of ESPN's NFL Rookie Rankings

The former West Virginia Mountaineer is dominating in his first year in the NFL.

Oct 29, 2023; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins linebacker David Long Jr. (51) takes on the field prior to the game against the New England Patriots at Hard Rock Stadium.

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Dolphins Waive David Long Jr.

The Miami Dolphins waive linebacker and team captain David Long Jr.

Oct 14, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Buffalo Bills cornerback Rasul Douglas (31) defends a pass to New York Jets running back Braelon Allen (0) during the second half at MetLife Stadium.

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Mountaineers in the NFL: Week 10

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Will Grier's NFL Journey Continues, Signing with a Familiar Team

The former West Virginia quarterback inks a deal with the Dallas Cowboys.

Oct 20, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Beanie Bishop Jr. (31) celebrates an interception against the New York Jets during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium.

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Beanie Bishop Named NFL Defensive Rookie of the Month

Former West Virginia University defensive back Beanie Bishop collects NFL Defensive Rookie of the month

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Former WVU Star Michael Grove Wins World Series Ring with Los Angeles Dodgers

The West Virginia native and former Mountaineer gets a ring!

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Mountaineers in the NFL: Week 8

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Beanie Bishop Does It Again! Former WVU Star Secures Steelers Win Over Giants

The Pittsburgh Steelers may have found a hidden gem in Beanie Bishop.

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Retiring Soon? Nah! Geno Smith's Goal is to Play Until He's 43

The former West Virginia quarterback has a pretty lofty goal that he hopes to reach.

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Joe Mazzulla Receives NBA Championship Ring, Says 'I'm Never Going to Wear It'

What do you know? It's just Joe being Joe. The former Mountaineer discusses receiving his championship ring.

Oct 20, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Beanie Bishop Jr. (31) returns an interception while being pursued by New York Jets wide receiver Davante Adams (17) during the third quarter at Acrisure Stadium.

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Deuce McBride Puts on Offensive Masterclass on Opening Night

The New York Knicks have something special in Deuce McBride.

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WVU Alums Dante Stills, Kyzir White Show Out on Monday Night Football

Another strong showing from a pair of former Mountaineers on the big stage.

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Beanie Bishop Picks Off Future Hall of Famer Aaron Rodgers Twice in Primetime

The undrafted rookie out of West Virginia put on a show last night against the Jets.

Oct 20, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) throws a pass against the Atlanta Falcons in the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

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Smith and the Seahawks get back in the Win Column

Former West Virginia University quarterback Geno Smith leads the Seahawks to a win at Atlanta

Aug 9, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields (2) calls an audible under center Zach Frazier (54) against the Houston Texans during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium.

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Zach Frazier Leaves Game Early vs. Raiders

Former West Virginia University offensive lineman Zach Frazier exits game early with a lower leg injury

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Geno Smith Goes Into Owen Schmitt-Mode with Tablet on Sideline

The Seattle Seahawks quarterback was visibly upset in the fourth quarter of Thursday's game.

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Miles McBride Leads All Scorers in Knicks' Preseason Opening Win

The former West Virginia guard had himself one heck of a night in the Queen City.

Oct 29, 2022; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers running back Justin Johnson Jr. (26) scores a touchdown and celebrates with West Virginia Mountaineers wide receiver Bryce Ford-Wheaton (0) during the second quarter against the TCU Horned Frogs at Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium.

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Bryce Ford-Wheaton Records His First NFL Touchdown in a Wild Ending

Former West Virginia University receiver Bryce Ford-Wheaton tallies his first NFL touch and touchdown in a wild end in the New York Giants win.

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Bryce Ford-Wheaton Dresses Head-to-Toe in Pitt Gear After Losing Bet

The former West Virginia wide receiver is a man of his word...unfortunately.

Sep 30, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) rolls out to pass against the Detroit Lions in the fourth quarter at Ford Field.

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Geno Smith is the NFL's Top Passer Through Week 4

The former West Virginia quarterback is having a great start to the 2024 season.

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Zach Frazier Receives Unjustified Blame for Botched Snap Leading to Steelers Loss

The former Mountaineer is getting criticized by Steeler fans for how Sunday's game ended.

Sep 22, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) looks to pass against the Miami Dolphins during the second quarter at Lumen Field.

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Mountaineers in the NFL: Week 3

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