One of the best players in West Virginia football history is about to embark on his coaching career. According to multiple reports, including Garrett Kroeger of The Natchez Democrat, Pat White will be the next quarterback coach at Alcorn State University.
Per sources, Alcorn State is expected to hire former West Virginia standout QB Pat White as it’s QB coach. It will be officially announced by the school early this week
— Garrett Kroeger (@GKroegs) April 14, 2018
White has a storied legacy in Morgantown, West Virginia as a record-setting quarterback who was a key player in the surge of West Virginia football in the BCS era. The dynamic White ended his career at West Virginia with a record of 35-8 as a starter, which was highlighted by becoming the first quarterback to start in and win four consecutive bowl games (including the Sugar Bowl and Fiesta Bowl). White held the record for most career rushing yards by a quarterback until January 1, 2013 when Michigan’s Denard Robinson passed him (even though Robinson had rushing yards from a non-quarterback position).
Unfortunately, White’s professional career quickly fizzled. After being drafted in the second round by the Miami Dolphins in 2009, White was waived by the team the following preseason. White spent one season in the failed United Football League with the Virginia Destroyers. After two years away from pro football, White spent a brief stint with the Washington Redskins before being cut in September 2013, which was followed by one season with the CFL’s Edmonton Eskimos. White announced his retirement from football in March 2015.