West Virginia wide receiver DJ Epps named to Biletnikoff Award Watch List

West Virginia University wide receiver DJ Epps has been named to the Biletnikoff Award Watch List, which recognizes the nation's top wide receiver.

Epps has recorded 22 receptions for 556 yards and five touchdowns this season. Following a standout performance against Cincinnati, where he recorded eight receptions for 163 yards, Epps currently leads the country in yards per reception with an average of 25.3. Notably, 232 of his total yards have come after the catch.

Head coach Rich Rodriguez highlighted Epps' ability to navigate open space, noting his performance in recent games demonstrated significant improvement in making defenders miss.