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 West Virginia quarterback Pat White is on Minnesota's draft radar.
A source told FOXSports.com that the Vikings conducted a private workout Tuesday with White. Minnesota has interest in White as a quarterback and wide receiver, the source said.
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White is the only quarterback in NCAA history to lead his team to four consecutive bowl victories. But at just over six feet tall, White may not have the height needed to excel in a traditional pro-style offense.
Some NFL teams believe White's athleticism will allow him to make a successful transition to wide receiver. White also could fill a "slash" type role as a contributor at wide receiver and quarterback, especially through use of Wildcat-style formations.
White set an NCAA rushing record for a quarterback with 4,480 career yards. He also passed for 6,049 yards with 56 touchdowns and 23 interceptions in four seasons.
Sage Rosenfels, who was acquired in an offseason trade with Houston, and incumbent Tarvaris Jackson are set to compete for Minnesota's starting quarterback spot during the preseason.
Author:Fox Sports
Author's Website:http://www.foxsports.com
Added: April 22, 2009
