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WVU Signs Freshman Bowser, Keeps Eligibility, Skips 2026 Roster

7/8/2026

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WVU football program announced freshman Phillip Bowser signed February 2025, rejected Akron and UCF offers, is off the 2026 roster and retains eligibility despite not playing last season.
Depth chart lists Carsten Casady at tackle, Nick Krahe and Wes King at guard, Landen Livingston at center, and Morris, Goforth and Dillard for interior roles.
Coaches say freshmen will not earn a two-deep role this fall, but may compete next year.

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WVU football program announced freshman Phillip Bowser signed February 2025, rejected Akron and UCF offers, is off the 2026 roster and retains eligibility despite not playing last season.
Depth chart lists Carsten Casady at tackle, Nick Krahe and Wes King at guard, Landen Livingston at center, and Morris, Goforth and Dillard for interior roles.
Coaches say freshmen will not earn a two-deep role this fall, but may compete next year.