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Couz’s Corner
Hosted by Justin Walker · EN
This is a college sports podcast dedicated primarily to the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It covers everything from conference realignment news and rumors, transfer portal news, coaching carousels, game previews and reviews, rankings and etc. Major national games and stories may also be covered. Part of the Rogue Sports Network. There will be frequent special guest interviews. Twitter: @CouzWalker YouTube: youtube.com/@CouzsCornerSports
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Big 12 Coaches Reveal TRUTH About WVU Football! | SURPRISE Commitment to WVU!
2w ago00:20:09Tap to summarizeWhat are Big 12 coaches actually saying about WVU football when the cameras are turned off? 🤐In this video, we're diving deep into the newly released Athlon Sports 2026 College Football Preview to break down the unfiltered, anonymous scouting reports on the WVU Mountaineers from fellow Big 12 Conference coaches. From the quarterback situation and the offensive identity to the biggest question marks on defense, we look at the blueprint rival teams think is required for West Virginia football to take the next step.Beyond the magazine pages, the future is arriving in Morgantown. We are also breaking down a couple of massive new commitments to the program and analyzing how these prospects change the ceiling for WVU in 2026 and beyond.______________________________________Sources:Athlon Sports: https://athlonsports.com/college-football/big-12-coaches-talk-anonymously-about-conference-foes-for-2026https://athlonsports.com/college-football/10-college-football-teams-poised-to-rebound-in-20263Down Nation: https://3downnation.com/2026/05/19/alberta-golden-bears-dl-emerson-joy-transfers-to-west-virginia-mountaineers/WV Sports Chat: https://wvsportschat.com/2026/05/19/wvu-football-adding-transfer-from-canada/_______________________________________Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornholeCouz's Corner Merch Store: https://couz-shop.fourthwall.com/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGQsDxC1nVegCKqyoMKnL9w/joinOther Ways To contribute to the channel:Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Justin-Walker-516PayPal: https://paypal.me/couzscorner?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USFanatics link: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/eKxbVrSubscribe: https://youtube.com/c/CouzsCornerSportsSocials:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/couzwalkerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@couzscorner?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couzscorner206/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Couzs-Corner-113327741384316This channel is dedicated to covering college football, with a big focus on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It also features conference realignment news & rumors, game breakdowns and predictions, special guest interviews, livestreams and a lot more. FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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INSIDER Gives CRAZY Ranking to WVU Football! | WVU Basketball Top 10?
2w ago00:16:50Tap to summarizeMore doubters are emerging for the WVU football program heading into 2026, but Couz explains why they're missing the mark. This episode also covers the West Virginia basketball team's impressive performance, securing a top 10 ranking according to 247 Sports, and credits Ross Hodge's recruiting. Don't miss the insights on why the Mountaineers are possibly poised to exceed expectations in both major sports in the upcoming seasons!_______________________________________Sources:CFBudge on X: https://x.com/CF_BudgeWV Sports Chat: https://wvsportschat.com/2026/05/14/wvu-mens-basketball-receives-top-10-ranking-at-247-sports/_______________________________________Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornholeCouz's Corner Merch Store: https://couz-shop.fourthwall.com/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGQsDxC1nVegCKqyoMKnL9w/joinOther Ways To contribute to the channel:Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Justin-Walker-516PayPal: https://paypal.me/couzscorner?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USFanatics link: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/eKxbVrSubscribe: https://youtube.com/c/CouzsCornerSportsSocials:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/couzwalkerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@couzscorner?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couzscorner206/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Couzs-Corner-113327741384316This channel is dedicated to covering college football, with a big focus on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It also features conference realignment news & rumors, game breakdowns and predictions, special guest interviews, livestreams and a lot more. FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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REVEALING the TRUTH About WVU Football's NIL! | ISU Writer DOUBTS WVU
2w ago00:26:47Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Couz's Corner, we address common misconceptions around NIL money for WVU football players, busting some myths and explaining why certain information might not be accurate. We dive into the details of name image likeness valuations that are being reported as actual payouts. How does this affect the chatter around the QB competition at WVU? Couz touches on that as well. An Iowa State insider seems to think WVU may be an easy home game for the Cyclones in 2026. Couz exposes where that writer went wrong in his assessment. Plus, stay tuned for some breaking WVU basketball news that came out on Thursday regarding a major non-conference opponent. ____________________________________Sources:College Front Office: https://www.collegefrontoffice.com/football/teams/west-virginia?view=recruitsIowa State Cyclones on SI: https://www.si.com/college/iowa-state/football/ranking-iowa-state-football-home-games-from-easiest-to-hardestRocco Miller on X: https://x.com/RoccoMiller8/status/2054983934795296903____________________________________Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornholeCouz's Corner Merch Store: https://couz-shop.fourthwall.com/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGQsDxC1nVegCKqyoMKnL9w/joinOther Ways To contribute to the channel:Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Justin-Walker-516PayPal: https://paypal.me/couzscorner?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USFanatics link: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/eKxbVrSubscribe: https://youtube.com/c/CouzsCornerSportsSocials:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/couzwalkerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@couzscorner?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couzscorner206/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Couzs-Corner-113327741384316This channel is dedicated to covering college football, with a big focus on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It also features conference realignment news & rumors, game breakdowns and predictions, special guest interviews, livestreams and a lot more. FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Could THIS Ruin WVU Football FOREVER? | Starting QB Revealed? | Rich Rod Speaks
2w ago00:22:04Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we’re breaking down a recent, must-read interview with WVU football head coach Rich Rodriguez on ESPN.com. Rich Rod doesn't hold back on the current state of college football and what it could mean for the future of West Virginia. Is the program we love actually at risk of being "ruined" forever?We also dive into the latest buzz surrounding the depth chart: Has the starting QB finally been revealed?What we’re discussing:The Rich Rod Interview: Key takeaways from his ESPN feature regarding the shifting landscape of the game.The WVU Identity: Can the Mountaineers survive the current rising costs in college athletics?Quarterback Update: Analyzing the latest signals on who will be leading the offense this season.Defensive Update: What player stood out during spring camp.Let’s get the conversation started: Rich Rodriguez had some strong points in his interview—do you agree with his outlook on the game’s future? And with the QB situation heating up, who is your pick for Week 1? Let me know in the comments!Source:ESPN: https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48679548/west-virginia-rich-rodriguez-qa-college-footballGet Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornholeCouz's Corner Merch Store: https://couz-shop.fourthwall.com/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGQsDxC1nVegCKqyoMKnL9w/joinOther Ways To contribute to the channel:Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Justin-Walker-516PayPal: https://paypal.me/couzscorner?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USFanatics link: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/eKxbVrSubscribe: https://youtube.com/c/CouzsCornerSportsSocials:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/couzwalkerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@couzscorner?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couzscorner206/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Couzs-Corner-113327741384316This channel is dedicated to covering college football, with a big focus on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It also features conference realignment news & rumors, game breakdowns and predictions, special guest interviews, livestreams and a lot more. FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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WVU Athletics in a PERFECT STORM? | Budget Crisis, Enrollment Cliff, and the Big 12 Arms Race
3w ago00:34:26Tap to summarizeWest Virginia University is facing a perfect storm. Between a looming national enrollment cliff, a $45 million university budget deficit, and the skyrocketing costs of the Power 4 arms race, the future of WVU Athletics feels more uncertain than ever.In this video, we go beyond the box scores to look at the cold, hard data. We’re diving deep into the fiscal stress currently weighing on Morgantown and asking the tough question: Do the signs point to WVU Athletics being in serious trouble?We break down:The Enrollment Cliff: How a shrinking student body impacts athletic subsidies and long-term stability.The Revenue Gap: A look at the latest EADA revenue figures where WVU currently sits in the bottom half of the Big 12.The "Front Porch" Theory: Why the university must keep spending on sports even when the budget is tight.Signs of Hope: From Wren Baker’s strategic planning to the FY2026 financial pivot, we look at the aggressive moves being made to keep the Mountaineers competitive.The landscape of the Big 12 is shifting, and the margin for error has never been thinner. Can WVU innovate its way out of a financial hole, or is the gap between the "haves" and "have-nots" becoming too wide to bridge?What do you think? Is the administration doing enough to protect the future of our sports, or are you worried about where we’ll be in 2030? Let’s talk about it in the comments.____________________________________________Sources:Jeff Fuller on X: https://x.com/jjfuller72/status/2053813920633082211Kyle Saunders on Substack: https://kylesaunders.com/university-map/____________________________________________Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornholeCouz's Corner Merch Store: https://couz-shop.fourthwall.com/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGQsDxC1nVegCKqyoMKnL9w/joinOther Ways To contribute to the channel:Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Justin-Walker-516PayPal: https://paypal.me/couzscorner?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USFanatics link: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/eKxbVrSubscribe: https://youtube.com/c/CouzsCornerSportsSocials:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/couzwalkerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@couzscorner?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couzscorner206/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Couzs-Corner-113327741384316This channel is dedicated to covering college football, with a big focus on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It also features conference realignment news & rumors, game breakdowns and predictions, special guest interviews, livestreams and a lot more. FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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WVU Athletics: Betting on SURVIVAL! | My Takeaways from Coaches Caravan
3w ago00:25:48Tap to summarizeCouz takes a deep dive into the survival strategy of WVU Athletics as he gives his takeaways from his recent trip to the Mountaineer Coaches Caravan. As the college football landscape shifts under NIL, the transfer portal, and constant need for more money, West Virginia is placing a massive bet on its most valuable asset: Mountaineer Nation. We explore the various reasons WVU is confident they will not only survive, but thrive in the next round of conference realignment. Couz will also talk about why he's so confident WVU sports is pouring all that it can into being successful, including strong support of Olympic sports. Finally, Couz will give some takeaways from Rich Rodriguez's comments at the caravan stop, as well as comments from Ross Hodge, Wren Baker and other WVU coaches. Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornholeCouz's Corner Merch Store: https://couz-shop.fourthwall.com/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGQsDxC1nVegCKqyoMKnL9w/joinOther Ways To contribute to the channel:Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Justin-Walker-516PayPal: https://paypal.me/couzscorner?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USFanatics link: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/eKxbVrSubscribe: https://youtube.com/c/CouzsCornerSportsSocials:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/couzwalkerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@couzscorner?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couzscorner206/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Couzs-Corner-113327741384316This channel is dedicated to covering college football, with a big focus on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It also features conference realignment news & rumors, game breakdowns and predictions, special guest interviews, livestreams and a lot more. FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Experts Making a HUGE Mistake Overlooking WVU? | Player's Era Update
3w ago00:20:22Tap to summarizeTwo national experts overlooked WVU basketball in recent rankings. Shortly after the news broke that the NCAA Tournament field would officially be expanding to 76 teams, ESPN's Joe Lunardi released an early Bracketology prediction. Surprisingly, WVU basketball was not included. Couz gives his thoughts on that.CBS Sports' Jon Rothstein also omitted WVU men's basketball from his most recent. Live 45 preseason rankings. All of this on the heels of Ross Hodge having one of the best offseasons in Mountaineer basketball history.Are they trolling WVU fans? Did they just forget West Virginia exists? Couz talks about all of that in this episode. He also talks about the official reveal of the 2026 Player's Era Tournament that will take place this Fall in Las Vegas. West Virginia may face some tough, but exciting opponents in this event. Couz will explain the details and what it all means for WVU fans. ____________________________________________Sources:ESPN: https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/48701991/players-era-men-championships-expanding-24-teamshttps://www.espn.com/espn/feature/story/_/page/bracketology/ncaa-bracketology-2027-march-madness-men-field-predictionsJon Rothstein at FanDuel: https://www.fanduel.com/research/jon-rothstein-45-2026-offseason-edition-college-basketball-rankings____________________________________________Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornholeCouz's Corner Merch Store: https://couz-shop.fourthwall.com/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGQsDxC1nVegCKqyoMKnL9w/joinOther Ways To contribute to the channel:Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Justin-Walker-516PayPal: https://paypal.me/couzscorner?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USFanatics link: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/eKxbVrSubscribe: https://youtube.com/c/CouzsCornerSportsSocials:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/couzwalkerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@couzscorner?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couzscorner206/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Couzs-Corner-113327741384316This channel is dedicated to covering college football, with a big focus on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It also features conference realignment news & rumors, game breakdowns and predictions, special guest interviews, livestreams and a lot more. FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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WVU REJECTS $30 Million! Was it a Mistake? | WVU Football Doubted
3w ago00:31:14Tap to summarizeWest Virginia University has officially declined the $30 million line of credit offered through the Big 12’s deal with RedBird Capital. In this episode of Couz's Corner, we break down why Wren Baker and the WVU administration said "no" to the private equity-backed cash infusion and what it means for WVU Football's ability to compete in the new era of college sports.We explore the 10% interest rate attached to the deal, the university's concerns over long-term debt, and how this decision aligns with WVU’s recent $4 million investment in local real estate to boost internal revenue. Is this a calculated financial masterclass, or is West Virginia falling behind in the Big 12 arms race?In this episode, we discuss:Why WVU joined Houston and UCF in opting out.Where WVU is now in their roster spending and ability to compete.What do you think? Did WVU make the right call by avoiding the debt, or should they have taken the cash to keep up with the top spenders in the conference? Let me know in the comments!Also in the episode, Couz will talk about ESPN ranking WVU football near the bottom in another offseason ranking. What important details did the "worldwide leader" leave out and was it a show of disrespect to WVU football?Finally, Couz talks WVU basketball. He will take a look at what Ross Hodge and company have done in the offseason and how that has shaped expectations among Mountaineer fans and even among national experts. Is it a Sweet 16 or Bust type of season for West Virginia men's basketball? What do you think? ______________________________________________Sources:247 Sports: https://247sports.com/college/west-virginia/board/58/contents/sources-wvu-makes-a-call-on-private-capitals-line-of-credit-offer-284194081/?page=1Field of 68: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3ONoZxAHWsESPN: https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48627615/ranking-offseason-college-football-power-4-teams-2026#big12_______________________________________________Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornholeCouz's Corner Merch Store: https://couz-shop.fourthwall.com/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGQsDxC1nVegCKqyoMKnL9w/joinOther Ways To contribute to the channel:Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Justin-Walker-516PayPal: https://paypal.me/couzscorner?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USFanatics link: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/eKxbVrSubscribe: https://youtube.com/c/CouzsCornerSportsSocials:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/couzwalkerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@couzscorner?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couzscorner206/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Couzs-Corner-113327741384316This channel is dedicated to covering college football, with a big focus on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Big 12 Conference. It also features conference realignment news & rumors, game breakdowns and predictions, special guest interviews, livestreams and a lot more. FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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BOOM! WVU Basketball Lands Another High-Major Commit!
4w ago00:29:01Tap to summarizeRoss Hodge and WVU men's basketball have done it again! They have added another solid piece out of the transfer portal. This time, it's St. John's Guard, Joson Sanon.In this live show, Couz will give his thoughts on the addition of Sanon and what he brings to this WVU roster. He will also touch on what else Hodge and the staff need to add, if anything, to round out the roster. Couz will also talk about the projected depth chart for the WVU men's basketball squad next season. Is Hodge done adding? Will Sanon be a starter?Sources: On3ESPN247 SportsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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VERSATILE Big 12 Forward Joining WVU Basketball! | ESPN Loves WVU Class?
4w ago00:23:11Tap to summarizeRoss Hodge and WVU men's basketball have done it again! They have added another solid piece out of the transfer portal. This time, it's Utah forward, Seydou Traore. In this live show, Couz will give his thoughts on the addition of Traore and what he brings to this WVU roster. He will also touch on what else Hodge and the staff need to add, if anything, to round out the roster. ESPN has given WVU's 2026 recruiting class a ratings bump. Couz will talk about this as well. Where does Miles Sadler now sit among the nation's top players? Did big man Amadou Seini finally get a rating? What about the rest of the 2026 class? Couz answers that question in this live show. Don't miss it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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