The trenches just got a whole lot meaner in Morgantown.
In a bold recruiting heist that’s sure to raise eyebrows across the college football landscape, West Virginia has landed a massive commitment from 2026 offensive lineman Camden Goforth, flipping him away from Coastal Carolina in dramatic fashion.
And yes—this flip is a big deal.
At 6-foot-4, 295 pounds, Goforth isn’t just another name in the class—he’s a battering ram out of Athens, Tennessee, whose blend of size, strength, and agility makes him one of the most versatile interior linemen in the region. He’s quick off the ball, smart in protection, and thrives in the kind of physical, downhill style that West Virginia is rebuilding its identity around.
So why the change of heart?
“I really like the direction WVU is going,” Goforth told West Virginia On SI.
“Conversations so far have been highly positive, and I can see the winning future for WVU. I already know from conversations with Coach Bicknell that this coaching staff is building something special at WVU, and Coach Rich Rod will definitely make sure it happens.”
That statement alone says it all. Goforth didn’t just flip to a new school—he bought into a vision, a blue-collar resurgence led by offensive line coach Jack Bicknell Jr. and offensive mastermind Rich Rodriguez. This isn’t about hype—it’s about trench warfare. And Goforth wants in.
Make no mistake—this wasn’t an easy win for the Mountaineers. The big man from Tennessee held offers from NC State, Western Kentucky, Arkansas State, Liberty, Memphis, Florida Atlantic, Tulane, Georgia State, Navy, and several FCS programs. But when WVU came calling with a clear path, a genuine pitch, and a proven plan for development, Goforth couldn’t resist.
What does he bring to the Mountaineers?
Goforth is projected to anchor the interior offensive line, with potential to line up at either guard or center. He’s not just a space-eater—he’s technically sound, with the kind of balance and flexibility that allows him to handle both bull rushers and quick-gap shooters. In pass protection, he’s poised and disciplined. In the run game, he plays like a wrecking ball on rails.
This is the kind of player that lets a quarterback sleep better at night.
And speaking of quarterbacks, Goforth becomes yet another key addition to a 2026 class that’s rapidly becoming a force of nature. Here’s how the lineup is shaping up:
- QB Jyron Hughley – poised, polished, and ready to lead
- RB Jett Walker – explosive between the tackles and in open space
- TE Sam Hamilton – an athletic, pass-catching mismatch nightmare
- OL Rhett Morris & Camden Goforth – future anchors up front
- EDGE Noah Tishendorf – long, twitchy, and relentless off the edge
- DL Cam Mallory – power and finesse packed into one interior threat
- LBs Cameron Dwyer, Antoine Sharp, and Miles Khatri – hard-hitting, high-IQ defenders
- DBs Simaj Hill and Jaylon Jones (JUCO) – sticky man coverage and playmaking safeties
- Safeties Taj Powell & Emory Snyder – rangy, physical, and instinctive
This isn’t just a recruiting class—it’s the blueprint for a future era of Mountaineer dominance.
With Goforth now on board, West Virginia’s interior offensive line of the future just got one step closer to becoming a brick wall. His flip is more than a recruiting win—it’s a statement. The Mountaineers aren’t just filling out a class—they’re building a culture of commitment, toughness, and belief.
And if this is what June looks like in Morgantown… imagine what’s coming this fall.
Stay tuned. The Mountaineers are on a mission, and Camden Goforth is ready to lead the charge from the trenches.
