Rich Rodriguez press conference summary: Big 12 Media Days

Rich Rodriguez’s Big 12 Media Days remarks focused on roster changes and experience as West Virginia looks to improve for the next season. Speaking at his press conference, Rodriguez said he had little opening statement and congratulated Mike Montoro and Mike Fragale for receiving their SID award. He said the Mountaineers flipped the roster by bringing in 80 new players, aiming for competition at every position and for contributors with production rather than just potential. Rodriguez emphasized that the game is “constantly evolving,” and argued last year was the team’s biggest learning year due to more revenue share and more time to identify players ready to play. He also discussed team culture and pride tied to “Country Roads,” plus confidence in offensive line standout Nick Krahe, and the role he expects from fullback Kayden Luke, who entered via the transfer portal.