DJ Epps News, Rumors, Updates - West Virginia Mountaineers

Gets lost in crowded receiving corps Epps caught 1 of 2 targets for eight yards during Saturday's 53-48 loss to Texas Tech.

Impact Epps has taken a clear step backward over the last two games as West Virginia's passing attack continues to evolve around QB Michael Hawkins. After spending much of the season as one of the Mountaineers' top receiving options, Epps has seen his production decline while receivers such as Prince Strachan and breakout contributor TaRon Francis have earned larger roles in the offense. Epps still has the talent to bounce back, but he'll need to reestablish himself in the pecking order as several teammates continue to emerge as viable receiving options.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Disappears after last week's explosion Epps caught 0 of 3 targets for zero yards during Saturday's 24-20 win versus TCU.

Impact Epps was held without a catch against TCU, one week after torching Cincinnati for 163 yards and a touchdown. The zero-catch performance is frustrating, but context matters. West Virginia won despite throwing for just 79 yards, making this more a reflection of the game plan than a sudden change in Epps' standing within the offense. Given his breakout performance the previous week, fantasy managers should view this as a difficult matchup and unusual game script rather than a reason to panic.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Bounces back in massive way Epps compiled eight receptions (on 10 targets) for 163 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 45-42 win against Cincinnati.

Impact Epps' performance was a welcome response after a frustrating outing the previous week and highlighted the upside that comes with catching passes from Michael Hawkins. While Prince Strachan generated headlines with his breakout performance, Epps quickly reasserted himself as a focal point of the passing attack with a season-high 10 targets and delivered his most productive game in several weeks. For fantasy managers, the biggest takeaway is that the zero-catch game now looks like an anomaly rather than a trend. In an offense that continues to generate huge passing numbers, Epps remains one of the Big 12's most dangerous receivers and a weekly threat to post game-changing production.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Takes back seat in loss Epps caught 0 of 3 targets for zero yards during Saturday's 52-31 defeat versus Arizona.

Impact Epps was largely held in check as Prince Strachan became the focal point of West Virginia's passing game. The quiet performance is a surprise given Epps' status as the team's most consistent receiver this season, but fantasy managers shouldn't panic after one down week in an offense that continues to generate plenty of opportunities through the air.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Comes through in crunch time Epps hauled in 4 of 9 targets for 114 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 45-42 loss versus Iowa State.

Impact Epps recorded a 47-yard score that briefly gave West Virginia a fourth-quarter lead in one of the highest-scoring games of the season. In an offense getting elite quarterback play from Michael Hawkins, Epps continues to offer week-winning upside whenever defenses lose track of him downfield.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Aiden Flora accounts for 5 TDs as Iowa State outlasts West Virginia in a wild 45-42 victory

Aiden Flora accounted for five touchdowns, including the go-ahead score with 1:57 left, and Iowa State held off West Virginia 45-42 in a wild game in which the teams combined for o...

OCTOBER 3 • Associated Press

Stays quiet in run-heavy attack Epps caught 2 of 7 targets for 39 yards during Saturday's 41-24 loss to Oklahoma State.

Impact Epps was held to just two catches as West Virginia's offense leaned heavily on its dominant rushing attack against Oklahoma State. With the Mountaineers piling up 335 rushing yards and Michael Hawkins attempting only 22 passes, there simply weren't enough opportunities for the passing game to generate big fantasy numbers. Epps remains one of the top receiving options in the offense, but his weekly volume production may fluctuate when West Virginia is controlling games on the ground.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Making the most of every opportunity Epps had three receptions (on five targets) for 92 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 38-27 win over Virginia.

Impact Epps stayed red hot in the win over Virginia, grabbing two more touchdowns. Over his last two games, he's scored three times on only seven targets, showcasing elite efficiency in West Virginia's offense. The challenge is volume. West Virginia remains a run-first offense led by Michael Hawkins and Cam Cook, so Epps may not see enough targets every week to provide a reliable floor. Still, Epps is clearly one of Hawkins' favorite downfield weapons and has emerging flex value thanks to his big-play ability and nose for the end zone.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Makes every touch count Epps gathered in all two targets for 112 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 52-7 win over Tennessee-Martin.

Impact Epps delivered one of the most efficient receiving performances of the week, turning just two receptions into a 100-yard receiving game. The senior wideout was on the receiving end of a 53-yard touchdown strike from Michael Hawkins and added another reception of more than 50 yards, helping showcase the big-play ability of West Virginia's revamped offense. Through two games, Epps is emerging as Hawkins' top vertical threat and one of the biggest beneficiaries of Rich Rodriguez's aggressive offensive approach. While the target volume bears watching, the explosive-play connection between Hawkins and Epps gives him some fantasy upside heading into next week's showdown with Virginia.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Hawkins accounts for 4 TDs in West Virginia's 52-7 win over UT Martin

West Virginia is 2-0 for the first time since 2018 after a 52-7 win over UT Martin

SEPTEMBER 12 • Associated Press

DJ Epps Earns Spot on Paul Hornung Award Watch List West Virginia University receiver DJ Epps appeared on the Paul Hornung Award Watch List Monday afternoon. The honor is bestowed upon the nat...

AUGUST 10 • SI.COM

Headed to Morgantown Epps will transfer to West Virginia, per Keenan Cummings of Rivals.com.

Impact Epps broke out with Troy in 2025, reeling in 47 catches for 512 yards and five touchdowns. It was the only active season for the 6-foot-1, 185-pound wideout, who was a a junior last fall and should have just one more season remaining to use with the Mountaineers. He should have a great shot to compete for a starting role.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Taking talents to new program Epps will enter the transfer portal, per Pete Nakos of On3.com.

Impact Epps just posted a career year with Troy, reeling in 46 catches for 498 yards and five touchdowns. Also a talented kick returner, Epps will hit the portal with one year of eligibility, and should get attention from a handful of big-time programs.

DECEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jacksonville State holds off Troy 17-13 to win Salute to Veterans Bowl

Jacksonville State beats Troy 17-13 on Tuesday night to win the Salute to Veterans Bowl

DECEMBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Two touchdown day in win Epps hauled in eight of 13 targets for 103 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 31-19 victory over Georgia State.

Impact Epps surpassed the 100-yard plateau for the second time on 2025 on Saturday, while also recording his second, two touchdown day on the campaign. Both touchdowns came in the fourth quarter from 10 and 35 yards out. Epps will bring a receiving line of 34-390-5, into the Trojans final regular season matchup against Southern Miss next Saturday.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goose Crowder throws for 361 yards and 4 TDs, Troy beat Georgia State 31-19

Goose Crowder was 27-of-43 passing for 361 yards with four touchdowns and no interceptions to help Troy beat Georgia State 31-19

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores for second straight week Epps totaled 10 receptions (on 13 targets) for 148 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 48-41 overtime victory against Texas State.

Impact Epps best his previous high in receptions and receiving yards on Saturday with his 10 for 148. Epps found the end zone late in the fourth quarter with an 18-yard score to tie the game, then added a six yard touchdown in overtime to complete the comeback win. Through six games played, Epps has a line of 20-255-3 with all three of his touchdowns coming over the past two weeks.

OCTOBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tucker Kilcrease throws 5 TD passes to help Troy rally to beat Texas State 48-41 in OT

Tucker Kilcrease passes for 415 yards and five touchdowns as Troy rallies to beat Texas State 48-41 in overtime on Saturday night

OCTOBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Kilcrease accounts for 3 TDs, Meadows runs for TD in overtime to lift Troy past South Alabama 31-24

Troy has defeated South Alabama 31-24 in overtime, thanks to Tucker Kilcrease's three touchdowns and Tae Meadows' decisive run

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • Associated Press

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