Report: WVU AD Wren Baker Makes Stunning Decision on Coach Neal Brown’s Future Ahead of Rivalry Game Against Texas Tech
Morgantown, WV – In a shocking move, West Virginia University Athletic Director Wren Baker has announced that head football coach Neal Brown will return for the 2025 season, despite the team’s struggles on the field. The decision comes just days before the Mountaineers’ highly anticipated rivalry game against Texas Tech.
Baker’s announcement has sent shockwaves throughout the college football world, with many fans and analysts expressing surprise and disappointment at the decision. Brown, who is in his fifth season as head coach, has led the Mountaineers to a 23-29 overall record, including a 12-21 mark in Big 12 Conference play.
Despite the team’s struggles, Baker expressed his confidence in Brown’s ability to lead the program back to prominence. “We believe that Coach Brown is the right man for the job,” Baker said in a statement. “He has a proven track record of success, and we are confident that he will lead our program to great heights in the years to come.”
Baker’s decision to retain Brown has been met with a mixed reaction from fans and alumni. While some have expressed support for the decision, others have voiced their disappointment and frustration with the program’s lack of progress under Brown’s leadership.
“I’m shocked and disappointed by the decision to retain Coach Brown,” said WVU alum and season ticket holder, John Smith. “I think it’s time for a change, and I’m not sure why the athletic department is so committed to him.”
Despite the backlash, Baker remains committed to his decision. “We understand that there may be some disappointment among our fans, but we believe that Coach Brown is the right man for the job,” he said. “We are confident that he will lead our program to great heights in the years to come.”
As the Mountaineers prepare to face off against Texas Tech on Saturday, fans will be watching closely to see how the team responds to the news. Will Brown’s team be able to rally behind their coach and pull off a much-needed victory, or will the distraction of the news prove too much to overcome?
One thing is certain, however – the decision to retain Brown has added an extra layer of intrigue to the Mountaineers’ rivalry game against Texas Tech. As the two teams take to the field on Saturday, fans will be watching closely to see how the drama unfolds.
In related news, WVU has also announced that it will be making several changes to its coaching staff in the offseason. While the specifics of the changes have not been announced, sources close to the program indicate that several assistant coaches may be let go in the coming weeks.
As the Mountaineers look to the future, fans will be watching closely to see how the program responds to the challenges ahead. With Brown’s future now secure, the focus will shift to the team’s performance on the field. Can the Mountaineers rally behind their coach and make a push for a bowl game, or will the season end in disappointment? Only time will tell.
