James White

Despite seeing a solid 14.2 percent target share last year, White was a non-factor in fantasy. Cam Newton wasn't throwing touchdowns, and he was stealing all the touchdowns near the goal line. Not that White gets many opportunities around the goal line, as he only totaled 35 carries last year, but the lack of touchdowns destroyed his usability. If Newton is still under center in 2021, White's going to have similar problems. If Mac Jones were to take over as the starter, it might inject some life back into White, as the offense would certainly be passing the ball more.

James White officially receiving a one-year contract from Patriots

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Patriots are officially re-signing RB James White to a one-year, $2.5 million contract.

Fantasy Impact

Jeremy Fowler of ESPN had reported earlier today that the deal would become official and now it has. White should return to his usual passing game role in New England. It's fair to wonder how much fantasy upside he has with Cam Newton at quarterback, though. Damien Harris and Sony Michel should continue splitting the load on early downs, which means White is only a factor in deep PPR formats entering the summer.