19 May 2026
3 Guys Before The Game - A Conversation with WVU Football General Manager Chuck Lillie (Episode 716)
3 Guys Before The Game
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College football’s transformation is complete.
Today’s major programs operate with an NFL-style structure, where roster management, personnel evaluation, and player retention have become year-round priorities. The role of general manager is no longer optional — it’s essential.
In this episode, the “Guys” take you inside the evolving world of college football with WVU General Manager Chuck Lillie. From roster construction and recruiting strategy to the transfer portal and NIL realities, Lillie provides a revealing look at how the Mountaineers are building their program for the 2026 season.
It’s an insightful and eye-opening conversation that explains how modern college football really works behind the scenes.
Today’s major programs operate with an NFL-style structure, where roster management, personnel evaluation, and player retention have become year-round priorities. The role of general manager is no longer optional — it’s essential.
In this episode, the “Guys” take you inside the evolving world of college football with WVU General Manager Chuck Lillie. From roster construction and recruiting strategy to the transfer portal and NIL realities, Lillie provides a revealing look at how the Mountaineers are building their program for the 2026 season.
It’s an insightful and eye-opening conversation that explains how modern college football really works behind the scenes.