West Virginia defeats Cincinnati 45-42 for first Big 12 win
West Virginia beat Cincinnati 45-42 in a Big 12 game in Morgantown, earning the Mountaineers their first conference victory of the season.
Key points
- West Virginia won 45-42 over Cincinnati in a Big 12 matchup.
- The game was played at Milan Puskar Stadium in Morgantown.
- Quarterback Michael Hawkins led the game‑winning drive that ended with a field goal.
- It was West Virginia's first Big 12 win of the season.
- Head coach Rich Rodriguez said winning was hard after the game.
West Virginia Defeats Cincinnati in 45-42 Big 12 Shootout
West Virginia Mountaineers defeated Cincinnati Bearcats 45-42 in a Big 12 shootout on Saturday in Morgantown, West Virginia.
The victory marked West Virginia's first Big 12 win of the season.
Quarterback Michael Hawkins led the Mountaineers on the game‑winning drive that ended with a field goal.
The game was played at Milan Puskar Stadium.
West Virginia's defense allowed 622 total yards to Cincinnati.
“It’s hard. It’s hard winning,” said head coach Rich Rodriguez after the game.
Your questions, answered
What was the final score of the West Virginia vs. Cincinnati game?
West Virginia defeated Cincinnati 45-42.
Where was the West Virginia vs. Cincinnati game played?
The game took place at Milan Puskar Stadium in Morgantown, West Virginia.
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