WVU’s Keys to the Game vs Baylor

After a poor exhibiting in Austin, the bye week could not have come at a greater time for West Virginia. Not solely have been they ready to make use of the bye to repair some issues but additionally get wholesome as a handful of gamers suffered accidents through the loss to Texas.

Can the Mountaineers get again on observe and defeat the defending Large 12 champion Baylor Bears?

Listed below are my three keys to the sport.

Begin quick

Falling behind 28-0 within the first half simply merely cannot occur once more. That was a staff that seemed unprepared and failed to regulate once they noticed a defensive entrance that they weren’t anticipating. Digging your self a gap in opposition to the defending champs is a spot you do not need to be in. Leaping out to a 7-10 level lead by half will give WVU an opportunity to beat any defensive points/miscues within the second half.

Discover a dashing assault

With C.J. Donaldson dominated out, the Mountaineers aren’t going to have their main rusher. This can be a huge alternative for Tony Mathis and Justin Johnson Jr. to achieve extra belief from the teaching employees with an enormous day. Extra importantly, you should have a balanced assault in opposition to this Dave Aranda protection that solely permits 98 yards on the bottom per recreation. 

Make an enormous play on particular groups

If West Virginia goes to win this recreation, they will have to steal a possession one way or the other, someway. Usually, you’ll suppose an interception or fumble, however I am turning to the particular groups unit. Blocked kick/punt, or return a kick/punt for a landing. Assist your younger protection out.

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