The Mountaineers were led by sixth-year head coach Scott Satterfield and played their home games at Kidd Brewer Stadium.

They finished the season 11–2, 7–1 in Sun Belt play to be co-champions of the East Division with Troy.

Due to their head-to-head win over Troy, they represented the East Division in the inaugural Sun Belt Championship Game where they defeated West Division champion Louisiana to become Sun Belt Champions for the third consecutive year and first time outright.

Defensive line coach Mark Ivey led the Mountaineers in the New Orleans Bowl.

Offense 1st team Jalin Moore – RB Collin Reed – TE Victor Johnson – OL