UT Martin Skyhawks finished 6-6 in 2025, but the available baseline does not include a complete scoring-and-yardage profile. The returning personnel may change that identity, so the first series will provide the clearest current read on tempo and run-pass balance.
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Kickoff3d 7h
Injury report7 concernsDepth chartReleased Sep 1Opponent reportVerified baseline01 · Updated Sep 8
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2025 completed baseline · 12 games
ESPN team data UT Martin Skyhawks
6-6 · 2025 baseline · Verified ESPN baseline snapshot · Checked Sep 9, 2026, 5:19 AM EDT
Points / game20.7
Rush yards / game—
Pass yards / game—
The available 2025 baseline does not establish a complete defensive allowance profile for UT Martin Skyhawks. WVU’s safest early approach is to test the front on the ground, protect the football and adjust once Coastal’s 2026 personnel usage becomes visible. Those are matchup indicators from the last completed season, not a prediction; transfers, injuries and new roles can change the opening-game picture.
The current offensive identity is still forming; early-down personnel and tempo will be the first reliable tells.
A 44.8% third-down rate shows an offense capable of extending possessions; WVU must win first down.
Three keys for WVU
- Scoring productionMatched statistical sample: WVU 21.8 vs. opponent 20.7.
- Rushing productionThe rushing-yards-per-game comparison will activate when the opponent sample loads.
- Passing productionThe passing-yards-per-game comparison will activate when the opponent sample loads.
Three warning signs
- UT Martin scoringMatched statistical sample: WVU 21.8 vs. opponent 20.7.
- UT Martin rushingThe rushing-yards-per-game comparison will activate when the opponent sample loads.
- UT Martin passingThe passing-yards-per-game comparison will activate when the opponent sample loads.
02Personnel & availabilityOpen injury report
Sourced availability concerns7 players listedNo official WVU game-status report released.Roster100 current records Starting lineupNot officially confirmedDepth chart released; game-day starters may change.
03Players to watchSelected opponent: UT MartinSearch all players
Command playerMichael Hawkins Jr.
Michael Hawkins Jr. is the player to watch as WVU tries to turn its fast-start offense into a complete four-quarter performance against UT Martin. He accounted for 235 total yards and two touchdowns in the opener. Current reporting also identifies him as part of the game-week conversation. No matching player appears on the current third-party injury list, but starting status and snap count remain subject to game-day confirmation.
Official depth-chart selection
Offensive catalystCam Cook
Cam Cook gives WVU its clearest offensive advantage after producing an explosive opening performance on the ground. His 142 rushing yards and two touchdowns powered WVU’s season-opening win. His selection is matchup-based rather than driven by a confirmed game-week report. No matching player appears on the current third-party injury list, but starting status and snap count remain subject to game-day confirmation.
Official depth-chart selection
Defensive responseNate Gabriel
Nate Gabriel moves into sharper focus as WVU reshapes its defensive-front rotation following Darius Wiley’s season-ending injury. His pressure and forced fumble helped stop a Coastal Carolina scoring threat. His selection is matchup-based rather than driven by a confirmed game-week report. No matching player appears on the current third-party injury list, but starting status and snap count remain subject to game-day confirmation.
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