BREAKING NEWS: NETFLIX SET TO RELEASE AN EXCITING DOCUMENTARY ON WVU FOOTBALL AFTER AN UNPREDICTABLE 2024 SEASON
MORGANTOWN, WV – In a stunning development that has thrilled college football fans nationwide, Netflix has officially announced the upcoming release of a new sports documentary focused on the West Virginia University (WVU) Mountaineers football team. The series will highlight the team’s unpredictable and emotional 2024 season — a year that saw thrilling comebacks, locker room turmoil, and a resilient climb back into national relevance.
Titled “Mountaineer Grit: The WVU Rise”, the documentary is set to premiere globally in late fall 2025 and promises unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the team’s highs, lows, and unforgettable moments. The project will be part of Netflix’s expanding sports documentary lineup, which already includes hits like “Quarterback”, “Last Chance U”, and “Untold.”
The 2024 season was nothing short of dramatic for WVU. Starting with a rocky 1–3 record, including a shocking upset loss at home, the Mountaineers faced internal challenges that threatened to derail the program. However, under the leadership of head coach Neal Brown and breakout performances from key players like quarterback Garrett Greene and linebacker Lee Kpogba, the team went on a stunning mid-season run — winning six of their last eight games and securing a bowl berth against all odds.
According to Netflix, the documentary will explore the untold stories behind the headlines: internal team meetings, emotional family moments, player rivalries, fan reactions, and the mounting pressure placed on the coaching staff. Production crews followed the team throughout the season, capturing candid footage that had never before been made available to the public.
“This is a story about more than football,” said executive producer Ava Miller, known for her work on All or Nothing: College Football. “It’s about resilience, belief, and what it takes to overcome adversity in one of college football’s most passionate environments.”
Coach Neal Brown expressed his support for the project. “The opportunity to show the world what our players and staff experienced — both on and off the field — is something special,” Brown said. “Mountaineer Nation has always had our back, and now they’ll get a deeper look at what makes this program truly unique.”
Fans can expect dramatic game footage, in-depth player interviews, and raw emotion from coaches, players, and families. One episode will reportedly focus on the Mountaineers’ historic comeback win over Oklahoma State — a game that shifted the national perception of the program.
WVU athletic director Wren Baker also praised the documentary. “It’s a powerful testament to the character and heart of this team,” he stated. “We’re proud to partner with Netflix to tell this incredible story.”
The exact release date for “Mountaineer Grit: The WVU Rise” is yet to be announced, but anticipation is already building across college football circles and social media.
As Netflix continues to tap into the cultural pulse of American sports, this documentary promises to shine a national spotlight on a team and community that never gave up — no matter the odds.
