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RB James White retiring from NFL, says it was 'an honor to represent' New England Patriots

New England Patriots running back James White announced his retirement from the NFL on Thursday.

White, who re-signed with the Patriots on a one-year deal in the offsesaon, is on the team's physically unable to perform list. He suffered a hip injury last September ended his season and required surgery.

White said in a statement posted to social media that, "it has been an honor to represent my family, my teammates and the people of New England as a Patriot!"

White, 30, has spent his entire eight-year career with the Patriots, who selected him in the fourth round of the 2014 draft out of Wisconsin.