WVU vs. Arizona State: Kickoff Time and TV Channel Revealed
West Virginia University (WVU) is set to face Arizona State University in their final road game of the season. The matchup is scheduled for Saturday, November 15, at 1:00 p.m. EST. Fans can watch the game live on TNT and stream it via HBO Max.
WVU’s Upcoming Challenges
This Saturday, WVU will also host the Colorado Buffaloes at Mountaineer Field. The game against Colorado kicks off at noon and will be broadcast on TNT as well. This event is part of Mountaineer Week and will honor Military Appreciation Day.
- Celebration includes recognition of Steve Slaton and the 2005 Sugar Bowl championship team.
A victory against Colorado will keep WVU’s hopes for a bowl invitation alive. The Mountaineers are coming off a crucial win over Houston, fueled by an impressive performance from Diore Hubbard.
Arizona State’s Preparation
Arizona State comes into the game after losing starting quarterback Sam Leavitt to a season-ending injury in a recent loss to Houston. Jeff Simms took over the position and had an impressive outing against Iowa State, accumulating 228 rushing yards and 177 passing yards. He contributed three touchdowns to lead the Sun Devils to a 24-19 victory.
Arizona State is currently on a bye week, giving their offense time to prepare for the formidable WVU defense. The Sun Devils boast a solid home record of 4-1 this season, including a significant win over Texas Tech.
Historical Context
WVU and Arizona State have faced each other twice in their football history. Their first meeting occurred in 1979, where the Sun Devils triumphed 42-7. The last contest was in the 2016 Cactus Bowl, a thrilling match where WVU secured a 43-42 victory. In that game, Skylar Howard delivered a standout performance, throwing for 532 yards and five touchdowns.
- Shelton Gibson had four receptions for 143 yards and a 59-yard touchdown.
- Ka’Raun White recorded four receptions for 116 yards.
- Daikiel Shorts contributed with two touchdown receptions.
The upcoming game promises to be an exciting encounter as both teams aim to strengthen their season records. Fans are eager to see how WVU and Arizona State will perform on the field.
