West Virginia's Cam Cook earns praise for strong running back play

West Virginia running backs coach Jay Boulware set a high bar for senior Cam Cook, and Cook has met it. Cook has rushed 119 times for 652 yards and five touchdowns, reaching 100 yards in every game except the UT Martin matchup, when he received only 10 carries.
West Virginia senior Cam Cook has drawn recognition for his work in the backfield. Running backs coach Jay Boulware gave him a demanding target, and Cook has performed well enough to satisfy it.
Cook has carried 119 times for 652 yards and five touchdowns. He has hit the 100-yard mark in every game except the UT Martin matchup, when he was limited to 10 carries.
The praise may influence how West Virginia supporters and college football observers perceive Cook's season, potentially drawing more attention to his performances and the team's running game. For the campus community, a senior meeting his coach's standard could reinforce themes of preparation and reliability, though any wider social effect would likely remain modest and tied to how the season develops.