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The New England Patriots versatile veteran running back James White went down with an injury just before halftime in Week 1.
James White limping after that first-down catch. He comes out. Burkhead in.
White made a 9-yard reception, was tackled, and came up limping after he got to his feet. He was able to get off the field on his own power but didn’t return to the game on the Patriots’ final draft of the half.
Update on James White’s Injury
White is back in the game for the Patriots and appears uninhibited. He didn’t appear to miss any more snaps the rest of the way, and he finished with five rushes for 22 yards and three receptions for 20 yards.
As a team, the Patriots rushed for 217 yards on 42 carries.
Patriots’ Run Game Looks Fierce
While the rushing numbers make it appear as though the Patriots are simply lining up in I-Formation, winning at the line of scrimmage, and blowing the Dolphins away, their success on the ground on Sunday wasn’t quite that simple. The Patriots used a variety of different looks all expertly tailored by offensive coordinator to take advantage of their personnel.
White was a huge part of that because of his ability to make plays out of the backfield as a safety valve. Even White doesn’t get the ball quickly in a hand-off situation, the defense has to account for him once Cam Newton starts to move. White’s presence keeps the defense honest, which works in tandem with Newton’s mobility, and yes a dominant job up front for the Patriots’ offensive line, especially on the left side where they had great success on Sunday.
Every game will be different, and next game’s challenge against the Seattle Seahawks will present a different set of issues. We’ll see if White and the Patriots can keep it up.
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