WVU Football recruit Brodie McWhorter trying to lure 4* cousin Bear McWhorter to Morgantown!

West Virginia University’s football program is abuzz with excitement following the recent signing of highly touted 4-star quarterback Brodie McWhorter to their 2026 recruiting class. The news has sparked even more anticipation as Brodie’s cousin, Bear McWhorter, a fellow 4-star talent and MaxPreps All-American, hints at potentially following suit and joining him in Morgantown.

Bear McWhorter recently made waves in the college football recruiting scene with a heartfelt announcement on Twitter. He expressed his deep appreciation for the Arkansas Razorbacks and Coach Pitt, acknowledging the difficult decision to decommit from the program he once committed to last August. Citing the importance of making the right choice for his future and after thoughtful deliberation with his family, Bear McWhorter has opened up his recruitment process once again.

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Adding to the intrigue, Brodie McWhorter took to social media separately, rallying West Virginia fans with a passionate plea. Using the hashtag #TakeMeHome26, he called upon Mountaineer Nation to help convince his cousin Bear that Morgantown is where he belongs. The campaign gained traction quickly, with fans and supporters echoing the sentiment under the hashtag #BearToMorgantown.

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The prospect of both McWhorter cousins donning the gold and blue has energized WVU football fans and ignited speculation about the program’s future. Brodie McWhorter’s commitment marks a significant addition to the team’s quarterback depth and talent pool, while Bear McWhorter’s potential decision could further elevate West Virginia’s recruiting class for 2026.

As the recruiting process unfolds and decisions draw nearer, all eyes remain on Morgantown and the Mountaineers’ recruiting efforts. WVU fans eagerly await further developments, hopeful that both Brodie and Bear McWhorter will choose to make West Virginia University their collegiate home. Stay tuned as the journey continues to unfold, shaping the future of WVU football for the seasons to come.