Chris Fileppo brings size, speed, and special-teams value to the Mountaineers’ defensive backfield
In 2025, Fileppo played in all 12 games for West Virginia and finished with 12 tackles and a tackle for loss, a solid freshman foundation for a 6-foot-4 safety with verified burst and range. His best traits are his coverage upside, open-field tackling, and versatility—he starred as a multi-position defender in high school and was described as a sure tackler with good ball skills. He also adds value through athletic upside and special-teams experience, which makes him a useful fit for a defense looking for length, speed, and developing secondary depth.
