MORGANTOWN, W.Va. —West Virginia dubs this a “mock week,” as in the week before the game week, whereby coaches simulate in-season logistics as sort of a dress-rehearsal.
Only the starting cast hasn’t been fully identified yet.
Before the Mountaineers go all-in on Tennessee preparation, there are a few more good-on-good practices to determine position battles within.
At center, junior Matt Jones reportedly enjoyed a strong scrimmage Saturday and has pulled even with sophomore Jacob Buccigrossi.
Adjacent at right guard, it appears newcomer Joe Brown holds a slight edge over senior Isaiah Hardy
There’s at least one starting job still up for debate on the defensive line, where depth is more plentiful than Tony Gibson has witnessed during any of his previous four seasons as coordinator.