MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — In what remains a springtime experiment, the conversion of Derrek Pitts from safety to cornerback has yielded favorable results.
“Right now he’s playing well,” said West Virginia defensive coordinator Tony Gibson, sounding cautiously encouraged through five instruction-oriented practices. Pitts, a sophomore from South Charleston High, will give coaches a truer read once the Mountaineers begin fully padded drills following spring break.
“He’s a good cover guy, he can run, he’ll hit you, and he’s got some length,” Gibson said. “I think he’s a really good fit there.”
A Rivals four-star recruit who was West Virginia’s highest-rated signee last year, Pitts played in 10 games, primarily on special teams, though he made a few a appearances as the backup Bandit.