West Virginia Mountaineers suffered a tough 45-18 loss to No. 17 Kansas State, dropping their season record to 3-4 overall and 2-2 in Big 12 conference play. The Mountaineers, playing at home, struggled to match Kansas State’s offensive and defensive dominance throughout the game.
Kansas State took early control of the game, with their offense firing on all cylinders and their defense holding the Mountaineers at bay. West Virginia’s offense, led by quarterback Garrett Greene, failed to generate consistent scoring opportunities, while Kansas State’s defense created multiple turnovers that shifted the momentum in their favor.
West Virginia’s defense, which had shown flashes of strength in previous games, could not contain the Wildcats’ explosive offense. Kansas State’s balanced attack, combining a strong ground game with precise passing, resulted in several big plays that put the Mountaineers on the back foot for most of the game.
Despite moments of promise, including a few offensive drives that resulted in points, West Virginia could not close the gap. Their struggles on both sides of the ball were evident as Kansas State capitalized on mistakes and extended their lead as the game progressed. Special teams play was also a weak point for the Mountaineers, with missed opportunities in the kicking game and poor field position adding to their woes.
In the postgame show, analysts Schuyler Callihan and Eugene Napoleon discussed the various issues plaguing the Mountaineers. They pointed to inconsistencies in the offense, turnovers, and defensive breakdowns as key factors contributing to the loss. The team has now lost back-to-back games and will need to regroup quickly to salvage the remainder of their season.
With a tough stretch of conference games ahead, the Mountaineers will need to address their weaknesses and find solutions if they hope to get back on track and become bowl eligible.
