West Virginia Mountaineers Face Trap Game Against Iowa State

The West Virginia Mountaineers start their 2026 season with home games against Coastal Carolina and UT Martin, before facing their first true road game on October 3rd.

Their next game is vs Coastal Carolina Chanticleers on 2026-09-05.

What is a trap game?

A trap game occurs when a team is looking ahead to a certain matchup or is coming off a tough game and has a bye on deck.

Why is Iowa State a trap game for West Virginia Mountaineers?

Iowa State is considered one of the weaker teams in the Big 12, but Jack Trice Stadium is a tough place to play, and the Mountaineers can't afford to overlook them.

The Mountaineers will open Big 12 play at home against Oklahoma State the week before heading to Ames.

They will then host Arizona and Cincinnati for two weeks after the Iowa State game.

And the Mountaineers have a history of struggling at Jack Trice Stadium, including a loss in 2018 when they were ranked sixth in the country.

So the Mountaineers need to be careful not to look past Iowa State.

What comes next for West Virginia Mountaineers?

The Mountaineers will need to focus on their game against Iowa State to avoid a trap game loss.

But with a favorable schedule, they have a chance to stack wins and make a push in the Big 12.

The Mountaineers will be looking to improve on their 4-8 record from last season.

And they will need to be ready for a tough game at Iowa State.

Their coach will be looking to get the team prepared for the challenge ahead.