Netflix has officially announced the release of its latest sports documentary, “The Underdog,” and college football fans everywhere are buzzing. The feature film chronicles the extraordinary career of Pat White, the electric dual-threat quarterback who rewrote the record books and redefined West Virginia University (WVU) football.
Set to premiere on [insert upcoming release date], “The Underdog” delivers an intimate, emotional, and inspiring look at how a quiet recruit from Alabama transformed into a national college football icon, all while carrying the hopes of a blue-collar fanbase on his back.
From the moment Pat White stepped onto the field in Morgantown, he was unlike anything Mountaineer Nation had ever seen. With blazing speed, calm under pressure, and a will to win that bordered on obsession, White led WVU to four straight bowl wins—including back-to-back BCS Bowl victories—cementing his legacy as the winningest quarterback in NCAA history at the time.
The documentary dives deep into Pat’s humble beginnings, the doubters who questioned his size and ability, and the fierce competition he faced both on the field and off it. Through exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and commentary from former teammates, coaches, and even rivals, Netflix paints a raw portrait of a man who wasn’t supposed to make it—and did anyway.
“He didn’t just change games—he changed the way we saw Mountaineer football,” says one former teammate in the film. And for many fans, that’s no exaggeration. Pat White’s impact goes far beyond the stats. He became a symbol of perseverance, grit, and loyalty to the state and school that believed in him.
Netflix’s “The Underdog” promises more than just highlight reels. It aims to capture the soul of a program, the fire of a player, and the emotional highs and lows of a college football career that continues to inspire a new generation of athletes.
As anticipation builds ahead of the premiere, one thing’s for certain: Pat White’s story is long overdue for the spotlight. And thanks to Netflix, millions will soon learn what West Virginia fans have known all along—legends aren’t always born. Sometimes, they’re forged in the hills.
