West Virginia Faces Ohio in First Road Game Since 1949

West Virginia University (WVU) is set to face the Ohio University Bobcats in Athens, Ohio, marking WVU's first road test of the 2025 season and their first game against a Mid-American Conference opponent since 2004. Historically, WVU leads the series 13-4 but has never won at Ohio's Peden Stadium, where the Bobcats hold a 2-0 record against them, including a 27-7 win in 2001. The game carries significance for WVU as they aim to start 2-0 for the first time since 2018, with Head Coach Rich Rodriguez seeking his 192nd career victory and a second win of the season. WVU fans remain cautiously optimistic, with many predicting a win but recognizing the challenge posed by Ohio's underrated quarterback, Parker Navarro. The matchup is expected to be competitive, with a strong showing from the Bobcats' defense and a sold-out crowd at Frank Solich Field creating a hostile environment for the Mountaineers. The game kicks off at 4 p.m. EST on ESPNU, followed by postgame coverage on WVU's YouTube channel.