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Belichick, Patriots players reflect on ‘ultimate team player’ James White

Several Patriots players opened their postgame press appearances Thursday night by reflecting on the impact James White had on the organization.

The three-time Super Bowl champion announced his retirement on Thursday.

Defensive back Devin McCourty said what he’ll remember most about playing with the Patriots are the bus rides, the belly laughs, and the camaraderie he shared with teammates like White.

“I think the biggest thing for me with James is, you don’t say this too often about people,” McCourty said. “He’s one of those guys that one day if my daughter said ‘I’m going to bring home a guy like James White,’ I’d be excited.