Patriots re-sign running back James White to 1-year deal The Patriots have re-signed running back James White, bringing back a key veteran cog of their offense

MARCH 25 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Patriots Re-Sign RB James White and FB Jakob Johnson The Patriots announced today that they have re-signed RB James White as an unrestricted free agent. In addition, the Patriots announced toda...

MARCH 25 • PATRIOTS.COM

Patriots bringing back fan-favorite RB James White New England Patriots fans have enjoyed a strong offseason for the team, as they've been busy left and right signing new players. Well, the t...

MARCH 24 • 12UP.COM

Stays with Patriots White agreed Wednesday with the Patriots on a one-year, $2.5 million contract, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact White will be returning to New England for an eighth season in 2021 after reaching unrestricted free agency for the first time in his career. Since being drafted in the fourth round in 2014, the 29-year-old has established himself as a reliable pass-catching option out of the Patriots' backfield. This past season, White recorded 35 carries for 121 yards and two touchdowns to go along with 49 catches on 62 targets for 375 yards and a receiving score in 14 games. While those numbers were down a bit from recent years, White could see an uptick in production in 2021, given the probability that New England's passing attack will improve due to offseason upgrades in personnel.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Likely staying in New England White is expected to re-sign with New England, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

Impact White has yet to finalize a deal with the Patriots, but he appears set to do so in the near future. The 29-year-old is expected to reprise his role as New England's top pass-catching back, though it's a far less valuable role in the post-Tom Brady era.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Patriots: James White’s slow developing FA market could help New England The New England Patriots breaking the bank during the first week of free agency was a delight to watch unfold, as it’s literally never happe...

MARCH 22 • MUSKETFIRE.COM

James White news shows Buccaneers focusing on right areas James White and the Buccaneers officially have a legitimate connection in free agency. Everyone on the planet has known that the Buccaneers...

MARCH 17 • THEPEWTERPLANK.COM

Former Badger James White launching The Sweet Feet Foundation to offer college scholarships Final details regarding the foundation’s scholarships are still being ironed out, but one will be for a student wanting to attend the Univer...

MARCH 15 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

NFL free agency best available: From Shaquil Barrett to James White New contract agreements are going to be reached all week in the NFL. This tracks who's still available for teams in need.

MARCH 15 • THEATHLETIC.COM

RB James White is a must-add free agent for the Buccaneers James White is a no-brainer for the Buccaneers. For each team in free agency, there is generally one player per year that is a "can't-miss"...

MARCH 10 • THEPEWTERPLANK.COM

Packers: James White would be the perfect complement to AJ Dillon The Green Bay Packers must find a relief pitcher for AJ Dillon if they decide to let Aaron Jones and Jamaal Williams walk this offseason. Th...

FEBRUARY 26 • LOMBARDIAVE.COM

Patriots: Does latest draft buzz signal the end of James White in New England? The New England Patriots have a myriad of roster question marks to address this offseason, and no position is garnering more attention than...

FEBRUARY 20 • MUSKETFIRE.COM

James White: I'm 'kind of excited' to hit free agency for first time New England Patriots running back James White joins

FEBRUARY 4 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Brady Bunch: QB has taken over 200 teammates to Super Bowl Some are Hall of Famers who are among the biggest names in the sport

JANUARY 31 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brady, Mahomes prepare for 5th matchup after splitting 1st 4 There was a regular-season shootout and a playoff masterpiece the first season that Patrick Mahomes and Tom Brady met on a football field

JANUARY 31 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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JANUARY 28 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Catches 49 passes in 2020 White finished the 2020 season with 35 carries for 121 yards and two TDs and 49 catches on 62 targets for 375 yards and a receiving score in 14 games.

Impact White's rushing and receiving production both dipped in a season in which the Patriots offense, in particular on the passing side, took a step back, as the team moved on from long-time starting QB Tom Brady. Looking ahead, it's hard to get a read on White's 2021 fantasy outlook, as the one-time PPR stalwart is eligible to become a free agent this offseason. If the 28-year-old does re-sign with New England, a plausible outcome, it remains to be seen who the team's QB will be next season, given that Newton is also on track to become a free agent.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Patriots: James White’s decreased usage might tell his free agency story Patriots RB James White's reduced role could work out for the team in free agency. As we enter the final week of the regular season, the New...

JANUARY 5 • MUSKETFIRE.COM

Patriots look toward future after regressing post-Brady exit The New England Patriots entered the season facing an uncertain future and ended it the same way

JANUARY 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Newton accounts for 4 TDs, Patriots roll 28-14 over Jets Cam Newton had three touchdown passes and caught another and the New England Patriots rallied to beat the Jets 28-14 in Adam Gase's final game as New York's coach

JANUARY 3 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cam Newton hits James White on angle route for opening-drive TD New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton completes seven-yard touchdown pass to running back James White.

JANUARY 3 • NFL.COM

The Latest: Henry runs for 2k, Titans' doink wins AFC South The Tennessee Titans needed the game of Derrick Henry’s career and another big comeback to win their first AFC South title since 2008

JANUARY 3 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Garners seven touches White rushed four times for 14 yards and caught all three of his targets for 23 yards in Monday night's 38-9 loss to the Bills.

Impact White's production wasn't anything special, but he at least ranked second among New England's tailbacks with seven touches, trailing only Sony Michel and his 10. Notably, rookie J.J. Taylor gained 38 yards on his six carries and perhaps earned more totes if Damien Harris (ankle) remains sidelined in Week 17 versus the Jets. In White's favor could be the fact that Jarrett Stidham replaced Cam Newton at quarterback in the third quarter Monday. If Stidham were to start Sunday against New York, a more pass-centric offense could prefer White's skill set compared to his peers, perhaps boosting his value to close out the campaign.

DECEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks 50 receiving yards White collected three yards over a pair of carries, adding four receptions for 52 yards during Sunday's 22-12 loss to the Dolphins.

Impact Sony Michel (10 carries) garnered the majority of the Week 15 RB rushing opportunities as Damien Harris (ankle) sat out, while White characteristically filled a notable pass-catching role. The 28-year-old was in the midst of a production slump coming into the weekend, with only five catches for two yards over his preceding three appearances. The 52-yard performance from White marks his third-highest receiving total of the season, but an approaching Week 16 matchup against Buffalo causes reason for pause, as the division rivals have allowed just one RB receiving touchdown all season.

DECEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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