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WVU Defensive Lineman Darius Wiley Surgery
WVU defensive lineman Darius Wiley had successful surgery after lower-body injury.
In brief
WVU defensive lineman Darius Wiley had successful surgery after lower-body injury. WVU defensive lineman Darius Wiley underwent successful surgery for a severe ligament injury, expected to miss the season with a full recovery by next year. Originally reported by West Virgina Mountaineers On SI.
WVU defensive lineman Darius Wiley
Darius Wiley suffered a lower-body injury in West Virginia's season-opening win over Coastal Carolina.
Surgery announced Wednesday
The team announced Wiley underwent successful surgery on Wednesday morning.
Wiley's injury impact
Wiley made an impact with three tackles, two pressures, one tackle for loss, and a forced fumble in his debut.
Coach Rodriguez on injury
WVU head coach Rich Rodriguez said Wiley had a severe ligament injury and will miss the season, rehabbing for at least a year.
Wiley's potential return
Wiley is expected to be back and ready to play next year after a full recovery from the injury.
Team's backup plan
West Virginia hopes Canadian import Emerson Joy and others provide quality production as Wiley recovers.
Next game
The Mountaineers will play the Cavaliers on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET in Charlotte.
The takeaway
WVU defensive lineman Darius Wiley underwent successful surgery for a severe ligament injury, expected to miss the season with a full recovery by next year.
