If you think of a quarterback on a Rich Rodriguez-led West Virginia team from the early 2000s, most would think of quarterback Pat White. White was Rodriguez’s most successful quarterback, leading the Mountaineers to a 33-5 record as a starter under Rodriguez, and finished sixth in the Heisman Trophy voting in 2007.

White was a decent passer, but he was known more for his running ability. He rushed for 4,480 yards in four seasons with the Mountaineers and had his two best seasons under Rodriguez.

Part of White’s rushing success was his athleticism, but more was due to Rodriguez’s offensive scheme, which focused more on the quarterback run. Through all of his stops, Rodriguez’s quarterbacks rushed a lot, and it’ll be the same in his first season back in 2025.

However, Rodriguez said this

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