Garrett Greene, Mountaineers Focused on Only One Goal: ‘Big 12 Champions’

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – It’s common practice for people to try to manifest something before it actually happens. At the start of fall camp, Garrett Greene and the 2024 West Virginia Mountaineers are already trying to envision becoming champions.

When asked about his personal goals for his final college season, Greene instantly offered a direct response that no one can misinterpret. “Big 12 champions,” said Greene without any hesitation.

On his goal for the season, WVU QB Garrett Greene quickly says “Big 12 champions” without any hesitation.

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And when the question was clarified to be asking more about his individual goals, Greene doubled down that his goal is winning a conference title for West Virginia. Greene noted that his personal play is fueled by striving for team success.

Greene’s mentality has also clearly rubbed off on his teammates. WVU offensive lineman Wyatt Milum, who has been enjoying praise and recognition all offseason, reiterated what his quarterback said when it comes to goals.

Milum said he’s not letting any of the preseason hype get to him and he’s only focused on getting to Dallas and capturing a Big 12 title.

It’s clear WVU head coach Neal Brown has made sure his players are well aware of the opportunity that comes with the new College Football Playoff format.

The 2024 season marks a new era in college football, and it’s one Brown is excited for. Brown touched on this and why the new College Football Playoff format provides a clear path for a program like West Virginia.

Neal Brown Explains What New College Football Playoff Format Means for West Virginia

“So 12 are getting in and you’re probably looking anywhere from 20 to 25 that are probably alive for those spots heading into the middle of November, which has never been the case,” said Brown while appearing on “the Oklahoma Breakdown” podcast with hosts Gabe Ikard and Teddy Lehman.

Brown feels more playoff teams will lead to more excitement towards the end of the season, but he also knows it offers easier access to the Mountaineers.

“And it gives access. We have two guaranteed spots in the Big 12, and depending on how the league goes, we could have three or upwards of four that are getting in the playoff. And so it definitely adds another dimension. But I think that’ something that’s not getting talked about is just access. It gives real accessibility to that playoff,” explained Brown about his mindset with this playoff format.