#wvu #westvirginia #mountaineers Description: In this episode of Locked On West Virginia, we dive deep into head coach Rich Rodriguez's "Grown Men" philosophy from his recent December 2025 interview, where he emphasized the need for battle-hardened, mature players to elevate the Mountaineers. WVU's latest signees embody this theme perfectly—tough, experienced recruits ready to bring a hard-edged mentality to Morgantown. We break down how these "grown men" address key roster needs, analyze their fits in Rodriguez's system, and explore why this class signals a return to WVU's gritty, winning roots. Whether it's dominating trenches or disrupting backfields, these additions prove WVU isn't just recruiting talent; they're signing warriors built for the Big 12 wars. #wvu #westvirginia #mountaineers #collegefootball #big12football #richrodriguez #big12football #recruiting