It’s been a little over two months since Rich Rodriguez accepted the head coaching position at West Virginia University. After 17 years away from the program, Rodriguez’s return has been met with a plethora of positivity from the fanbase and supporters.

This day and age, players are so connected to their position coaches and the initial concern from Mountaineer fans was that star running back Jahiem White would jump in the portal

The West Virginia football program is looking to put itself back on the map under Rich Rodriguez after struggling to find its way with former head coach Neil Brown. Rodriguez is now back as head coach for the second time and has not spent much time watching the team’s tape from a season ago.

WVU football head coach Rich Rodriguez spoke with the media, including Mike Asti of WV Sports Now, after the first spring practice on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025. Find more coverage of the WVU football program during spring ball at WV Sports Now.

From what Rich Rodriguez said about the West Virginia University football team’s first spring practice, the Mountaineers are by no means easing into 2025. “I mean, my voice is kind of half there,” Rodriguez said.