After splitting their first four meetings, something will be decidedly different when the University of South Florida hosts No. 20 West Virginia on Friday.
For the first time, USF will not have to contend with Pat White, the elusive former WVU quarterback now with the Miami Dolphins.
Senior Jarrett Brown might not be as nimble as White, but the West Palm Beach native is a more adept passer.
"He doesn't have the athleticism overall that Pat White had, but very few people do," defensive coordinator Joe Tresey said. "It's a relief not to see Pat White, but then at the same time (Brown) throws the ball extremely well and his efficiency is very high. He's a dual threat."
Brown has completed 112 of 167 attempts (67 percent) for 1,362 yards, with nine TDs and six interceptions. He also is WVU's second-leading rusher - behind RB Noel Devine - with 250 yards.
"Jarrett probably throws a little bit more (than White)," USF coach Jim Leavitt said. "He's bigger and stronger. He can run; maybe a step behind Pat, but he can run."
The Bulls have first-hand experience with Brown, who replaced an injured White during USF's 2007 win. In that game, Brown finished 11-for-20 for 149 yards, with one TD and two picks. He also rushed for a team-high 61 yards.
"We've played against him and he's been very good," Leavitt said. "He'll run with the ball and throw and do it all."
ON GUARD: Despite USF being in the middle of a third consecutive midseason nosedive, Mountaineers coach Bill Stewart knows Friday's game will be difficult.
"I hope we can take our A game because we are going to need it. I anticipate a big crowd, and I anticipate a very hearty welcome from the USF fans," he said. "It is going to take a heck of an effort to go in there. They have lost two games to two of the best teams in the league."
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