The 2007 Mountaineers remain college football's greatest 'what-if' story nearly two decades later
The 2007 West Virginia Mountaineers football team is often regarded as one of college football's greatest 'what-if' stories. Despite a strong season, they suffered a surprising loss to Pitt, preventing them from competing for a national championship. This season is remembered for its unpredictability and the Mountaineers' near-miss at glory.
- ▪The 2007 season featured numerous upsets, including Appalachian State's victory over Michigan.
- ▪West Virginia's loss to Pitt ended their championship hopes despite a strong season.
- ▪The Mountaineers are remembered as one of the biggest 'what if' stories in college football history.
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OutKick-Sports The 2007 Mountaineers remain college football's greatest 'what-if' story nearly two decades later Rich Rodriguez's spread offense was unstoppable all season until a 13-9 loss to Pitt in the Backyard Brawl ended it all By Austin Perry OutKick Published May 30, 2026 12:18pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Coaches Love It Fans Hate It: Why A 24-Team Playoff Is A MISTAKE | Hot Mic w/ Hutton and Withrow - BBN EXPLODES After Mark Pope Cuts Weird Video Despite Awful Portal Class in Lexington - Brad Crawford joins to discuss Coaches Voting in FAVOR of 24 Team CFP, Stefon Diggs found - Stefon Diggs found NOT GUILTY on all charges When you ask any college football fan worth their salt which season was the craziest one…
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