Rich Rodriguez Returns to West Virginia Football with Dominant Win

Rich Rodriguez has begun his second tenure as head coach at West Virginia with a 45-3 victory over Robert Morris, a game marked by an unusually sloppy first half but a strong overall team performance. Rodriguez highlighted the dynamic play of quarterback Nicco Marchiol and wide receiver Cam Vaughn, as well as running backs Jahiem White and freshman Scotty Fox Jr., while praising the defense for limiting Robert Morris to just two yards per play. With this win, Rodriguez has moved into a tie for second place on West Virginia's all-time wins list, behind only Don Nehlen, the program's winningest coach. Rodriguez's return to Morgantown is also emotionally significant, as his departure 18 years ago left fans disappointed due to unmet program support and resources, which he has addressed upon his return. The Mountaineers face challenges with replacing much of their previous offensive production, but key players like White and transfers such as defensive end Jimmori Robinson, who was ruled eligible by a federal judge, offer promise. Rodriguez emphasizes the strong fan support and the broader goal of restoring West Virginia to national prominence and competing for a national title.