# Phil Steele SLAMS the National Media's WVU Narrative!

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Published: 2026-07-22T01:43:11+00:00
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## Resource

Phil Steele just said what a lot of West Virginia fans have been thinking all offseason. While much of the national media continues to point to last year's 4-8 record as proof that WVU is years away, Steele says the context matters. A roster built after spring practice, devastating injuries that forced the Mountaineers to their fifth-string quarterback and running back, and a coaching staff simply trying to survive made 2025 anything but a normal season. In this episode, I break down Phil Steele's comments on why Rich Rodriguez's 2026 team is fundamentally different, why the addition of Rick Trickett and the Jacksonville State pipeline could transform the offense, and why the Mountaineers have a legitimate opportunity to double last year's win total. Is the national media overlooking one of the biggest turnaround teams in college football? Let me know your thoughts in the comments, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss Locked On West Virginia! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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