LOCKED IN: The WVU football have formally accepted QB Nicco four-year contract resignation, keeping him with the team until the end of 2029….

OCKED IN: WVU Football Extends QB Nicco Marchiol Through 2029

June 25, 2025 – Morgantown, WV

The West Virginia Mountaineers have officially secured their quarterback of the future. WVU announced today that quarterback Nicco Marchiol has formally accepted a four-year contract extension, locking him in with the team through the end of the 2029 season.

The decision comes after months of speculation regarding Marchiol’s future, as his rising stock, strong on-field performances, and leadership qualities had drawn attention from programs across the country. Instead of entering the transfer portal or exploring professional opportunities, Marchiol has made a definitive statement: he’s staying in Morgantown.

“Nicco is a Mountaineer through and through,” said WVU head coach Neal Brown during the press conference. “His commitment to this program, this university, and this state is unmatched. We’re excited to have him leading this team for the next several years.”

Marchiol, who took over as WVU’s starting quarterback in 2024, has grown into a cornerstone of the Mountaineer offense. Known for his poise in the pocket and dual-threat ability, he led the team to a 9-4 record last season, including a memorable bowl game victory over Arkansas. He threw for over 3,100 yards and added 27 total touchdowns — quickly becoming a fan favorite and team leader.

“It’s always been about building something special here,” Marchiol said in a statement. “West Virginia took a chance on me, and I’ve always felt the love from this community. I’m here to finish what we started.”

The four-year extension effectively functions as a long-term agreement within the framework of modern NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) compensation and team development strategy, ensuring that Marchiol remains the face of the program both on and off the field. While college athletes are not bound by traditional “contracts” in the legal sense, this deal, facilitated in coordination with WVU Athletics and the school’s NIL collective, offers financial and developmental incentives that reflect the growing professionalism within college football.

“Nicco’s extension represents where the game is going,” said WVU Athletic Director Wren Baker. “It’s not just about playing time or stats anymore — it’s about loyalty, leadership, and vision. We believe in Nicco, and clearly, he believes in us.”

Fans across West Virginia are celebrating the news as a major win for the program, which has made consistent strides under Coach Brown in recent years. With a strong core of returning players, a top-25 recruiting class, and now the confirmed presence of Marchiol under center, expectations for 2025 and beyond are high.

“Now it’s time to go to work,” Marchiol added. “We’ve got goals to chase and championships to win.”

As college football continues to evolve, the Mountaineers are sending a clear message: stability at quarterback still matters — and WVU just locked in one of the best young leaders in the game.Let me know if you’d like this formatted for social media or with quotes from fictional teammates, alumni, or fans!