A. Yes, West Virginia University played in the national championship game in the 1988 season but lost to Notre Dame.

A. West Virginia is known as the "Mountaineer State" due to its mountainous terrain and rugged landscape, hence the nickname for the university's sports teams.

A. West Virginia's biggest rivals include Pitt, Virginia Tech, and Maryland, with the Backyard Brawl against Pitt being particularly intense and historic.

A. Yes, West Virginia has won multiple bowl games throughout its history, including victories in the Fiesta Bowl, Sugar Bowl, and Orange Bowl.

A. Several NFL players have attended West Virginia University, including standout talents like Geno Smith, Tavon Austin, and Pat White.