# WVU Defensive Lineman Darius Wiley Surgery

> WVU defensive lineman Darius Wiley had successful surgery after lower-body injury.
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- Published: 2026-09-16T14:37:27+00:00
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## 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.
## Key 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.