JUST IN: West Virginia Appoints Former Hall Of Famer Pat Mcafee As New Assistant Coach(Offensive Line). The New Boardroom Staff Replaces Jack Bicknell Who Has Been In The Club For Four Seasons.

CONGRATULATIONS: West Virginia Appoints Hall of Famer Pat McAfee as New Assistant Offensive Line Coach, Replacing Veteran Jack Bicknell

In a monumental development for the West Virginia Mountaineers football program, former NFL punter, sports media icon, and West Virginia Hall of Famer Pat McAfee has officially been appointed as the team’s new Assistant Offensive Line Coach. The announcement comes as the program undergoes a bold shift in its coaching structure, parting ways with longtime assistant Jack Bicknell, who had served in the role for the past four seasons.

McAfee’s return to Morgantown has sent shockwaves through the college football world and energized a fanbase already passionate about Mountaineer tradition. Known for his charismatic personality, infectious enthusiasm, and deep love for his alma mater, McAfee brings more than just football knowledge—he brings a cultural spark that could prove invaluable both on and off the field.

Head Coach Neal Brown expressed excitement at the addition, stating, “Pat’s energy is contagious, and his passion for West Virginia is unmatched. We’re thrilled to bring in someone who knows this program, this community, and what it means to wear the gold and blue. His football IQ is incredibly underrated, and we’re confident he’ll bring a fresh edge to our offensive line room.”

Though McAfee rose to national fame as a punter and media figure, he has long been a student of the entire game, often emphasizing line play and team fundamentals on his widely followed platform, The Pat McAfee Show. Now stepping into a formal coaching role, McAfee has vowed to use his platform and experience to develop talent, mentor student-athletes, and elevate the Mountaineers to new heights.

“I’ve always said West Virginia is home,” McAfee stated during the press conference. “This program gave me everything, and now it’s time to give back. I’m fired up to work with these young men and be part of something special.”

The departure of Jack Bicknell, a seasoned and respected veteran, marks the end of an era, but the hiring of McAfee ushers in a bold new chapter filled with potential. As fans rally behind this emotional homecoming, expectations are sky-high that McAfee’s leadership, spirit, and football mind will help guide West Virginia football back into national prominence.