Rhett Rodriguez Named West Virginia Quarterbacks Coach

West Virginia University football coach Rich Rodriguez has made significant staff changes, announcing Rhett Rodriguez as the new quarterbacks coach and rehiring Chris Haering as the assistant special teams coordinator. Rhett Rodriguez, who previously served as an offensive analyst at Jacksonville State, brings valuable experience as a former player at Arizona and Louisiana-Monroe, where he demonstrated leadership and offensive understanding. Chris Haering returns for his second season, having previously helped improve the special teams at Wisconsin, contributing to a successful record and various accolades. Additionally, Pat Kirkland has been appointed as the special teams coordinator and defensive assistant, marking his third collaboration with Rodriguez. Kirkland's successful tenure at Jacksonville State saw his special teams units ranked highly in Conference USA, showcasing his impact on player development and performance. These appointments reflect Rodriguez's commitment to enhancing the Mountaineers' coaching staff to drive future success.