Report: James White expected to re-sign with Patriots

New England Patriots running back James White (28) runs the ball during the second half against the Arizona Cardinals at Gillette Stadium. Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

Report: Three-time Super Bowl champion James White expected to re-sign with Patriots

By Erin Walsh | Last updated 3/24/21

James White has spent his entire career with the New England Patriots. The veteran running back is a free agent this offseason, but he reportedly won't play anywhere else in 2021.

According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, White is expected to re-sign with the Patriots after exploring the open market.

Running back James White is expected to re-sign with the New England Patriots, per source. It's not done but should be pretty soon. The versatile RB with 25 touchdown catches since 2014 back in the fold for New England.
— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) March 24, 2021

White has spent seven seasons in New England, helping the Patriots win three Super Bowl titles. In 92 games, the 29-year-old has 369 receptions for 3,184 yards and 25 touchdowns. He has also ran for 1,240 yards and 10 scores.

The Wisconsin product reportedly drew interest from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but a reunion with Tom Brady just wasn't in the cards.

New England now boasts a backfield of White, Sony Michel, Damien Harris, Brandon Bolden and J.J. Taylor. The Patriots are also reportedly looking to add another running back and have expressed interest in Leonard Fournette, among others.

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