West Virginia's Jaylen Anderson, a redshirt junior, acknowledges his underwhelming performance last season and sought to improve. Despite a strong finish in 2022, his 2023 expectations were unmet, with only 147 yards and a touchdown. However, his bond with position coach Chad Scott and dedication to improvement led him to stay at Morgantown. With limited competition this spring, Anderson is focused on playing fast and maintaining consistency, aiming to capitalize on the opportunity and live up to expectations.

By the Numbers
  • 15 carries for 155 yards and 2 touchdowns to close the 2022 season
  • Average of 3.3 yards per carry in the following year
State of Play
  • Anderson and White are the only two scholarship backs on the roster this spring, with limited competition
  • Anderson has started the spring strong, focusing on playing fast and maintaining performance
Bottom Line

Jaylen Anderson's self-awareness and determination to improve demonstrate his commitment to overcoming past struggles and seizing the current opportunity for a successful season.