Statement from WVU Football Coach Neal Brown:
“I spoke with Coach Lesley this morning and informed him that we are making a change at the defensive coordinator position. I am extremely grateful for the dedication Jordan and his family have shown to West Virginia football. Jordan has been an integral part of my staff for nearly ten years. He is not only a talented coach but also a wonderful person, and I am confident he will find success in the future. We will do everything we can to support him in that process.
“Making decisions like this is never easy, but I believe this change is in the best interest of our program and will put us in the best position to finish the season strong. Our players have a great opportunity ahead of them, and I am certain they will give their best for WVU. Jeff Koonz will step into the role of defensive coordinator moving forward, and I have full faith in him and the rest of our staff to do everything possible to help us succeed.”