WVU Football Roster Updates: Key Transfer Additions and Departures

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With the college football season wrapped up, let’s take a closer look at what’s new with the West Virginia University (WVU) Football team. The Transfer and Scholarship Tracker just got a makeover, and it’s packed with updates for every position group.

This tracker covers scholarship numbers, committed prospects, and both incoming and outgoing transfers—all with an eye on the 2026 season. So, what’s changed, and what does it mean for the Mountaineers? Let’s dig in.

Overview of WVU Football’s Roster and Scholarships

The Transfer and Scholarship Tracker is basically your go-to for the current WVU Football landscape. As of August 13, 2026, here’s where things stand:

  • 35 scholarship players with eligibility left
  • 48 committed or signed (enrolled) prospects
  • 38 committed transfers (37 of them enrolled)
  • Total scholarships for next season: 121 (with a max of about 105)

That’s a lot of moving parts for one team.

Recent Updates and Changes

The tracker’s been buzzing with activity lately. Let’s break down the bigger moves.

August 2026 Updates

On August 13, 2026, tight end Jacob Barrick and cornerback Jason Chambers joined the roster. Both are pushing for a fifth year of eligibility.

Meanwhile, linebacker Trey McGlothlin and running back SirPaul Cheeks dropped off the tracker.

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July 2026 Updates

Early July brought in running back Darius Morant and defensive end Emerson Joy, who transferred from Canada. Phillip Bowser exited the roster—he’s no longer showing up on the official list.

Spring and Early Summer 2026 Updates

Spring and early summer saw a flurry of changes:

  • March 5, 2026: Spring football kicked off with 101 players available, four sidelined by injuries, and 13 more set to join. Offensive lineman Griffin Fogle left the roster. Alex Adebayo, a transfer cornerback from Delaware, came aboard.
  • February 12, 2026: JUCO defensive back Tim Roberson committed, bumping total commitments to 49.
  • February 3, 2026: Several moves here—true freshman Shane Cornali joined, and Tobi Haastrup, Geimere Latimer, and Andrew Powdrell all switched positions.

Key Transfers and Commitments

WVU’s been pretty aggressive in the transfer market, adding some key players to the mix.

January 2026 Transfers

January was busy, with these notable additions:

  • Stephen F. Austin safety Kameron Reddic (three years left)
  • Arizona fullback Kayden Luke (three years left)
  • Villanova linebacker Jason Hall (two years left)
  • Coastal Carolina edge rusher Ezekiel Durham-Campbell (one year left)
  • Oregon defensive end Tobi Haastrup
  • LSU safety Jacob Bradford and Kent State cornerback Jaire Rawlison
  • Princeton athlete Brad Mossor (slotted at receiver)

December 2025 and Earlier Transfers

Late December and early January brought even more shakeups:

  • Mississippi State tight end Cam Ball
  • Jacksonville State offensive lineman Amare Grayson and Georgia State defensive back Chams Diagne
  • Alabama kicker Peter Notaro (four years left)
  • Western Kentucky edge rusher Harper Holloman
  • UConn wide receiver John Neider and punter Bryan Hansen
  • Jacksonville State guard Cameron Griffin and UConn offensive tackle Carsten Casady
  • Wyoming offensive lineman Wes King and LSU wide receiver TaRon Francis

Position Changes and Other Notable Updates

Some players have switched spots to better serve the team’s needs. Others have made headlines for different reasons.

Position Changes

Here’s who changed positions recently:

  • Maliek Hawkins (N/S)
  • Tobi Haastrup (Bandit)
  • Geimere Latimer (N/S)
  • Andrew Powdrell (N/S)

Other Notable Updates

A few more updates worth mentioning:

  • JUCO defensive lineman Jaylen Thomas
  • JUCO running back Boswell

Conclusion

The WVU Football Transfer and Scholarship Tracker lays out the latest roster changes and scholarship updates in one place. The Mountaineers have seen a whirlwind of transfers, new commitments, and a handful of position changes.

They’re clearly preparing for a tough 2026 season, and it’s hard not to feel a bit curious about how all these moves will shake out. Want all the granular details, by position group and with the freshest updates? Check out the WVU Football Transfer and Roster Tracker.

Joe Hughes
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