New England Patriots running back James White lost his father in a car crash on Sunday, according to Fox Sports radio’s Andy Slater. White’s mother, who was also in the car, is in critical condition.
The Patriots declared White inactive for the team’s Sunday Night Football matchup against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 2. It seems the Patriots have given him the night off to allow him to grieve the loss of his father.
The Patriots will have Sony Michel, Rex Burkhead and J.J. Taylor on the game day roster, with White, who had five carries for 22 yards and three catches for 30 yards in Week 1, away from the team.
Sad news to report. Patriots' RB James White's father was in a car crash today and did not survive. His mother was also in the car and is in critical condition.
White's father, Tyrone, was a captain with the Miami-Dade Police Department.
James was told and is inactive tonight.
— Andy Slater (@AndySlater) September 20, 2020
It’s tragic news.
