West Virginia didn’t just dip into the transfer portal this offseason - they dove in headfirst. With over 30 new transfers joining the Mountaineers, this year’s roster has been completely retooled, and several of those additions are expected to play major roles right away.
One name that jumps off the page? Running back Cam Cook.
Cook isn’t just another transfer. He’s a game-changer - and West Virginia knows it.
After starting his college career at TCU, Cook found his stride at Jacksonville State, where he put together one of the most dominant seasons in the country. He led all of FBS in both total yards from scrimmage (1,945) and rushing yards (1,659), putting up video game numbers that turned heads across the nation. What makes those stats even more impressive is how he got there: Cook averaged 5.62 yards per carry - ranking 11th among players with at least 200 carries - and he did it with a style that blends power, vision, and breakaway speed.
This is a back who doesn’t just move the chains - he breaks games open.
Cook forced 100 missed tackles last season, a number that speaks volumes about his ability to make defenders look foolish in the open field. He also ripped off 53 runs of 10 yards or more, showing he’s not just a workhorse - he’s a home-run hitter. Whether it’s bouncing off contact, slipping through tight creases, or hitting the jets once he sees daylight, Cook brings an explosive element that West Virginia’s offense is ready to lean on.
For head coach Rich Rodriguez and his staff, Cook’s arrival is a potential turning point. He’s not just a talented addition - he’s a player who could change the complexion of the Mountaineers’ season. With his return to the Big 12, Cook has the opportunity to prove that his breakout year wasn’t a flash in the pan, but the start of something bigger.
West Virginia is betting big on its transfer class, and Cam Cook is right at the center of that gamble. If his past production is any indication, the Mountaineers may have found their next star - and one of the most electric backs in all of college football heading into 2026.