West Virginia head coach Rich Rodriguez took the podium at Big 12 Media Day 2025 in Arlington, Texas, answering questions on everything from the transfer portal to his return to Morgantown. He discussed the challenges and excitement of leading WVU in the modern college football landscape.

Rich Rodriguez is back as head coach of the West Virginia Mountaineers, but did his return almost happen several years ago? After his controversial departure from WVU in 2007, most never expected to see Rodriguez back roaming a sideline at Milan Puskar Stadium again.

Rich Rodriguez's return to West Virginia as coach is also a homecoming. The 61-year-old known as “Rich Rod” left his alma mater for Michigan nearly 20 years ago.