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  Patriots | James White on retired list    Thu Aug 18, 05:49 PM

New England Patriots RB James White was placed on the Reserve/Retired list Thursday, Aug. 18.

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  Patriots | James White retires    Thu Aug 11, 11:03 AM

New England Patriots RB James White announced his retirement from the NFL on Thursday, Aug. 11.

Footballguys view: White was a fourth-round pick for the Patriots out of Wisconsin in the 2014 NFL draft. He was a key contributor on multiple Super Bowl teams for New England, mainly as a receiving threat out of the backfield. He was bothered by a hip injury that cut his 2021 season short, and White decided just to hang up his cleats. Converted wide receiver Ty Montgomery should serve as the pass-catching option and no.3 back behind Damien Harris and Rhamondre Stevenson.

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  Patriots | James White to miss early practices    Thu Jul 21, 05:39 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (hip) was placed on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list Thursday, July 21.

Footballguys view: White might not be ready for Week 1 and could even stay on the PUP list to open the season. Rhamondre Stevenson has been working on his passing down skills this offseason and 2020 UDFA J.J. Taylor could also take some passing down work while the team waits for White to get healthy.

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  Patriots | White still walking with 'uncomfortable gait'    Sun Jul 17, 10:49 AM

Mike Reiss, of ESPN, reports that RB James White was "with what appeared to be an uncomfortable gait" after a community appearance on Wednesday, July 13.

Footballguys view: Rhamondre Stevenson has been focusing on the passing game this offseason, and White's condition after suffering a season-ending hip injury that required surgery back in Week 3 of the 2021 season. JJ Taylor could also vie for passing game work while White mends, but Stevenson is the back who becomes more interesting in fantasy drafts with an additional path to fantasy relevance this year, even if Damien Harris stays healthy. White is only guaranteed $500,000 on a two-year, $5 million deal, so he's not a lock to make the team despite his contributions to the Patriots over the years.

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  Patriots | James White still not cleared for practice    Tue Jun 21, 01:35 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (hip) was left off of the 53-man roster projection submitted by ESPN.com's Mike Reiss on Tuesday, June 21.

Footballguys view: There is a good chance that White begins the regular season on the PUP list. The Patriots have a backfield jam-packed with talent. Damien Harris should get most of the carries with Rhamondre Stevenson getting work on the ground and perhaps taking White's role as the pass-catching back. Rookie Pierre Strong has reportedly been standing out at OTAs and minicamp as well.

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  Patriots | RB White Could Begin Camp on PUP    Sat Jun 18, 03:53 PM

Alex Barth, from 98.5 The Sports Hub, reports New England Patriots RB James White (hip) could begin training camp on the PUP list.

Footballguys view: No surprise here. The Patriots have a backfield that is jam-packed with talent so they can be wisely cautious with White. The PUP list to begin the regular season is an option, and so is short-term Injured Reserve. Barth believes fourth-round RB Pierre Strong "looks like the best fit" to replace White as a pass-catching back to work in behind Damien Harris and Rhamondre Stevenson.

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  Patriots | James White could be PUP candidate    Thu Jun 16, 05:31 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (hip) is a candidate to start the regular season on the Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform list depending on how his recovery goes over the next few months, in the opinion of PatriotsWire's Henry McKenna.

Footballguys view: White can be an obstacle to the value of other Patriots backs as much as he creates value of his own. It sounds like he might not be a big factor in the backfield to open the season, which might explain why Rhamondre Stevenson said his focus this offseason was route running and becoming a third down back. If Stevenson opens the season in that role, it's possible both he and Damien Harris could be solid RB2/Flex plays in September.

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  Patriots | RB White Cleared for Practice    Sat May 21, 03:22 PM

Zack Cox, from NESN, reports New England Patriots RB James White (hip) was cleared for on-field drills at offseason workouts.

Footballguys view: This hip problem had kept White bedridden for months. He had offseason surgery to repair this hip problem, but White is able to return to practicing now. The seasoned veteran doesn't need every rep, but he does need to show he's not slowed down by this hip problem. We imagine they'll keep White somewhat limited in the offseason, but he should be a full go by the time training camp starts.

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  Patriots | James White still recovering    Sun May 1, 07:30 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (hip) said he still has 'a while to go' in his recovery from a hip injury and likely won't be participating in voluntary workouts.

Footballguys view: White is a seasoned veteran and does not need every rep in the offseason to be ready. This hip injury knocked him out in Week 3 last season, and White has been working diligently to get back. We'll see what kind of progress he can make before mandatory work in June or training camp at the end of July. Without White on the practice field, rookie Pierre Strong will get more work (and could impress as a pass catcher).

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  Patriots | James White staying put    Tue Mar 15, 01:14 PM

Free-agent RB James White (Patriots) reportedly agreed to terms on a two-year contract worth $5 million - including $500,000 guaranteed - to return to the New England Patriots on Tuesday, March 15.

Footballguys view: White stays in the Patriots backfield, and his role remains the same. He's going to work as a pass-catching back and relief valve receiver for QB Mac Jones. White was placed on IR in early October 2021 due to a hip injury. We'll see him contribute in a backfield that also contains Damien Harris and Rhamondre Stevenson.

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  Patriots | James White making good progress    Mon Mar 7, 08:20 PM

New England Patriots impending free-agent RB James White (hip) is making good progress in his recovery from hip surgery and plans to play next season, according to a source.

Footballguys view: White is a good change-of-pace back when healthy. There's a chance he could stay with the Patriots in the same role he's always had. However, any team in need of a pass-catching back could be interested in White.

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  Patriots | James White placed on IR    Fri Oct 1, 09:00 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (hip) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Friday, Oct. 1.

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  Patriots | James White ruled out    Fri Oct 1, 05:06 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (hip) did not participate in practice Friday, Oct. 1, and has been ruled out for Week 4.

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  Patriots | New England's injury report for Week 4    Fri Oct 1, 04:12 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (hip) did not practice all week and has been ruled out for Week 4 versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. CB J.C. Jackson (knee) was added to the injury report and limited in practice Friday, Oct. 1; he is listed as questionable. LB Ja'Whaun Bentley (shoulder), OL Trent Brown (calf), PK Nick Folk, LB Kyle Van Noy (groin), OL Isaiah Wynn (knee), S Kyle Dugger (hamstring) and LB Josh Uche (back) remained limited in practice on Friday and are also listed as questionable. DE Henry Anderson (ankle) was not given a practice designation Friday but is expected to be available.

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  Patriots | James White sits again    Thu Sep 30, 05:04 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (hip) did not participate in practice Thursday, Sept. 30.

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  Patriots | New England's practice report for Thursday    Thu Sep 30, 04:09 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (hip) did not participate in practice Thursday, Sept. 30. DL Henry Anderson (ankle), LB Ja'Whaun Bentley (shoulder), OT Trent Brown (calf), S Kyle Dugger (hamstring), PK Nick Folk (knee), LB Josh Uche (back), LB Kyle Van Noy (groin) and OT Isaiah Wynn (knee) were limited.

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  Patriots | James White out for season    Thu Sep 30, 08:57 AM

New England Patriots RB James White (hip) has been ruled out for the rest of the season.

Footballguys view: White was originally going to be out indefinitely and now he's out for the year. Without White, the Patriots will have to find a new pass-catching back. Brandon Bolden, J.J. Taylor and Rhamondre Stevenson will compete for that role.

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  Patriots | James White does not practice    Wed Sep 29, 06:26 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (hip) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Sept. 29.

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  Patriots | James White out indefinitely    Mon Sep 27, 03:37 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (hip) was diagnosed with a hip subluxation after leaving Week 3 early due to injury and is out indefinitely, according to multiple sources.

Footballguys view: Expect the Patriots to put White on IR in the near future. With White out, guys like Brandon Bolden, Rhamondre Stevenson and J.J. Taylor could get more work. Fantasy GMs need to see this thing shake out before taking a chance on any of the Patriots backs behind Damien Harris.

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  Patriots | James White inconsequential in Week 3    Sun Sep 26, 07:56 PM

New England Patriots RB James White had one carry for six yards in Week 3, vs. the New Orleans Saints, on Sunday, Sept. 26. He failed to catch his only target.

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  Patriots | James White carted off    Sun Sep 26, 02:11 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (hip) was carted off the field during the Week 3 game because of a hip injury and has been ruled out.

Footballguys view: JJ Taylor will get more opportunity with White out. White is a captain and important part of a limited offense. This is a bad development for Mac Jones and company.

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  Patriots | James White involved in run, pass game    Sun Sep 19, 04:28 PM

New England Patriots RB James White rushed for 20 yards and one touchdown on five carries against the New York Jets in Week 2. He also caught six passes for 45 yards during the game.

Footballguys view: White finished a drive and he was the steadiest target for Mac Jones in a budding passing game relationship. Consider him a good PPR flex play against the Saints next week with the potential to level off as a fantasy RB2.

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  Patriots | James White stays active in opener    Mon Sep 13, 02:48 AM

New England Patriots RB James White ran for 12 yards on four carries and added six catches on seven targets for 49 yards in Week 1 versus the Miami Dolphins.

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  Patriots | James White back to Pats    Wed Mar 24, 12:31 PM

Updating an earlier report, free-agent RB James White (Patriots) signed a one-year, $2.5 million fully guaranteed deal with the New England Patriots Wednesday, March 24.

Footballguys view: Many thought White would be reunited with QB Tom Brady and sign with the Buccaneers. That didn't happen, so he sticks with the Patriots in a well-defined role. White has some deep flex appeal for Fantasy GMs in deeper leagues.

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  Patriots | James White coming back to Pats    Wed Mar 24, 11:09 AM

Free-agent RB James White (Patriots) is expected to re-sign with the New England Patriots, according to sources.

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  Buccaneers | James White drawing TB's interest    Tue Mar 16, 11:37 AM

Free-agent RB James White (Patriots) is receiving interest from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Footballguys view: Of course White is getting interest from the Buccaneers. QB Tom Brady loves White and could use him just like he did with the Patriots - mainly as a receiving back.

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  Patriots | James White's numbers plummeted    Sun Feb 28, 08:20 PM

New England Patriots impending free-agent RB James White's 375 receiving yards in 2020 were the fewest since his rookie season when he appeared in three games, and his 49 receptions and 62 targets were his lowest totals since 2014.

Footballguys view: We'll see if White moves on to the Buccaneers in free agency. It would make sense given how much QB Tom Brady loved throwing to him and respected him as a teammate.

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  Patriots | Cam Newton leads Pats in the finale    Sun Jan 3, 05:34 PM

New England Patriots QB Cam Newton completed 21-of-30 passes for 242 yards, three touchdowns and no interceptions in Week 17 against the New York Jets while running for a game-high 79 yards on 11 totes, including a game-best 49-yard scamper. WR Jakobi Meyers also hit Newton on a 19-yard pass for touchdown. RB Sony Michel rushed 16 times for 76 yards, and he added three grabs for 60 yards and a score. Meyers also posted a team-high 68 receiving yards while running for seven yards, TE Devin Asiasi had two catches for 39 yards and a touchdown, while RB James White ended up with a touchdown grab and 31 yards. WR N'Keal Harry finished with two grabs for 17 yards, while DE Chase Winovich led the way on defense with six total stops, two sacks, two tackles for loss, a pass defensed and three quarterback hits.

Footballguys view: Newton had his best fantasy game of the year in the last game of the year. He could re-sign with the Patriots, but there will be a better market for him in this free agent market even though it wasn't a great season for him and New England. Jakobi Meyers has secured a long term role in the offense with his performance this season.

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  Patriots | James White totals 55 scrimmage yards    Sun Dec 20, 05:34 PM

New England Patriots RB James White rushed twice for three yards in Week 15 against the Miami Dolphins and he added four receptions for 52 yards on his four targets.

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  Patriots | James White ready to play    Sun Dec 20, 11:52 AM

New England Patriots RB James White (foot) is officially active for the Week 15 game.

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  Patriots | James White's status in question    Fri Dec 18, 06:50 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (foot) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 18, and is listed as questionable for Week 15.

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  Patriots | Week 15 injury report for New England    Fri Dec 18, 05:29 PM

New England Patriots Jermaine Eluemunor (ankle) was upgraded to a limited practice, while RB Damien Harris was limited in practice for a second consecutive day Friday, Dec. 18; both players are listed as questionable for Week 15 against the Miami Dolphins. DL Adam Butler (shoulder), DL Byron Cowart (back), PK Nick Folk (back), DL Lawrence Guy (shoulder), OL Justin Herron (ankle), DB J.C. Jackson (knee), OL Shaq Mason (calf), WR Donte Moncrief (thigh), WR Matthew Slater (knee), RB J.J. Taylor (quad), RB James White (foot) and CB Jonathan Jones (neck) were limited in practice all week and are also listed as questionable.

Footballguys view: Harris should go, but check back on Sunday morning just in case. Sony Michel would get the majority of the work if Harris sits.

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  Patriots | James White limited again    Thu Dec 17, 06:34 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (foot) was limited during practice Thursday, Dec. 17.

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  Patriots | New England's Thursday practice report    Thu Dec 17, 06:16 PM

New England Patriots OL Jermaine Eluemunor (ankle) did not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 17. Damien Harris (ankle) was added to the injury report Thursday and was limited. RB DL Adam Butler (shoulder), DL Byron Cowart (back), PK Nick Folk (back), DL Lawrence Guy (shoulder), OL Justin Herron (ankle), DB J.C. Jackson (knee), OL Shaq Mason (calf), WR Donte Moncrief (thigh), WR Matthew Slater (knee), RB J.J. Taylor (quad), RB James White (foot) and DB Jonathan Jones (neck) were limited.

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  Patriots | James White listed as limited    Wed Dec 16, 04:51 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (foot) was limited during practice Wednesday, Dec. 16.

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  Patriots | James White does little on TNF    Fri Dec 11, 12:47 AM

New England Patriots RB James White carried the ball three times for 16 yards on Thursday, Dec. 10, against the Los Angeles Rams. He added one reception for two yards.

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  Patriots | James White runs for pair of scores    Sun Nov 29, 04:44 PM

New England Patriots RB James White was good for five carries, 18 yards and two touchdowns in Week 12 against the Arizona Cardinals while adding one reception for minus-1 yard on his only target.

Footballguys view: The Patriots remembered that White is efficient on goal to go plays, but they forgot him in the passing game. He's just a what the heck flex against the Chargers next week.

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  Patriots | James White catches six passes    Sun Nov 22, 05:54 PM

New England Patriots RB James White caught six passes for 64 yards against the Houston Texans in Week 11. He also rushed for 19 yards on five carries during the game.

Footballguys view: White should be a hot waiver wire pickup in PPR leagues this week after Rex Burkhead went down, presumably for the remainder of the season. He should be a safe PPR RB2 as the primary passcatcher out of the backfield for a team with very little at wide receiver.

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  Patriots | James White barely used Sunday night    Mon Nov 16, 01:10 AM

New England Patriots RB James White had two receptions for eight yards against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, Nov. 15.

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  Patriots | James White totals 24 scrimmage yards    Mon Nov 9, 11:26 PM

New England Patriots RB James White rushed twice for no gain with four receptions and 24 yards on five targets in Week 9 against the New York Jets.

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  Patriots | Four touches for James White    Sun Nov 1, 04:52 PM

New England Patriots RB James White caught two passes for 35 yards against the Buffalo Bills in Week 8. He also received two carries during the game but finished with zero rushing yards.

Footballguys view: White hasn't turned into the Christian McCaffrey for Cam Newton in New England even though he doesn't have any reliable receivers. He's droppable outside of deeper PPR leagues.

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  Patriots | James White off injury report    Fri Oct 23, 07:17 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (non-injury) fully participated in practice Friday, Oct. 23, and has been removed from the Week 7 injury report.

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  Patriots | Week 7 injury report for New England    Fri Oct 23, 06:42 PM

New England Patriots DL Carl Davis (concussion) was added to the injury report Friday, Oct. 23, and has been ruled out for Week 7 against the San Francisco 49ers. DL Adam Butler (shoulder), DB Kyle Dugger (ankle), WR Julian Edelman (knee), OL Shaq Mason (calf) and DE Derek Rivers (back) were limited in practice Friday and are listed as questionable. RB James White (non-injury) was not given a practice designation Friday but is expected to play.

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  Patriots | New England's Thursday practice report    Thu Oct 22, 06:54 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (non-injury) did not participate in practice Thursday, Oct. 22. DL Adam Butler (shoulder), DB Kyle Dugger (ankle), WR Julian Edelman (knee), OL Shaq Mason (calf) and DE Derek Rivers (back) were limited. OL Jermaine Eluemunor (ankle) was not given a practice designation.

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  Patriots | James White remains absent    Thu Oct 22, 12:55 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (unknown) didn't practice for the second straight day Thursday, Oct. 22.

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  Patriots | James White doesn't practice Wednesday    Wed Oct 21, 06:43 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (non-injury) didn't practice Wednesday, Oct. 21.

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  Patriots | James White catches eight passes    Sun Oct 18, 05:13 PM

New England Patriots RB James White caught eight passes for 65 yards against the Denver Broncos in Week 6. He also rushed for eight yards on four carries during the game.

Footballguys view: White was a fine play in PPR leagues, but only because the offense struggled and never established the run or the downfield passing game. He's a fine PPR flex or RB2 in a pinch against the 49ers next week.

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  Patriots | Seven receptions for James White    Mon Oct 5, 10:17 PM

New England Patriots RB James White caught seven passes for 38 yards against the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 4. He also rushed for 21 yards on three carries during the game.

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  Patriots | James White back practicing with team    Wed Sep 30, 09:27 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (personal) returned to practice Wednesday, Sept. 30. 'A great teammate, great guy. Hard worker. happy to have him back, prayers to his situation,' CB Stephon Gilmore said. White's father passed away in a Sept. 20 car crash, and White has missed the past two games while being away from the team.

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  Patriots | James White ruled out    Fri Sep 25, 05:11 PM

New England Patriots RB James White (non-injury) did not participate in practice Friday, Sept. 25, and has been ruled out for Week 3.

Footballguys view: White is dealing with the death of his father and serious injuries suffered by his mother in a car accident last week. We'll see if he returns next week for a titanic tilt with the Chiefs.

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