West Virginia Football: 3 ways to improve from 2017

1. Leader to step up in the secondary

Despite all the losses West Virginia has to deal with in the secondary, there is some good news. Starting safety Kenny Robinson is just a rising sophomore and was one of the best players along the entire defense in 2017.

Robinson tied Kyzir White for the team lead in interceptions, with three. He also led the team in defensive returns for a touchdown, as he took two picks back for six points. Rising senior safety Dravon Henry will also have a bigger role come 2018.

In losses to Oklahoma State, OU, and TCU, the secondary was lacking a bit and could use a boost. Overall, for playing in the Big 12, West Virginia’s defense stood strong in most matchups. They helped the Mountaineers win key contests over the Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas State Wildcats, and Texas Tech Red Raiders.

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Holgorsen’s ability to rebuild and reload and defense is going to get put to the test next year. West Virginia has the chance to compete nationally with some convincing early season victories against non-conference opponents like the Tennessee Volunteers and NC State Wolfpack.