A pair of tight ends that recently hit the transfer portal and left Morgantown have found new homes, and a West Virginia football alum has secured a new coaching gig. Here's a look at some recent WVU football news stories you may have missed.
Former WVU WR lands college coaching opportunity
Ivan McCartney, who played wide receiver for WVU football from 2010-2013, was recently named Offensive Coordinator and Wide Receivers Coach at the University of Fort Lauderdale, which competes in the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA). The Eagles went 4-5 overall last season.
McCartney played under former WVU coaches Bill Stewart and Dana Holgorsen, and went to high school with his fellow Mountaineer teammates Geno Smith and Stedman Bailey in Miramar, Florida. He tallied 71 receptions for 861 yards over his time at WVU,
— Ivan “Sticks” McCartney (@IMcCartney5) April 23, 2025
Former Mountaineers find new homes
West Virginia has seen a large number of players hit the transfer portal, and a pair of tight ends that have left the program in Morgantown have found themselves new landing spots.
One of those players, Jack Sammarco, has upgraded from the Big 12 to the SEC as he lands a spot on the roster at Alabama. Sammarco was a true freshman last season and saw use as a depth piece, hauling in one reception for four yards against Albany.
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— Jack Sammarco (@SammarcoJack) April 23, 2025
The other former WVU tight end to find a new home is Jackson Accuardi, who was a Class of 2025 signee who stuck with the program after Neal Brown's departure and enrolled early. He departed the program after spring ball, and is now headed down to the FCS level as he joins the roster at South Dakota.