We’ve seen Keion White blowing past blockers and smacking quarterbacks. However, few on the New England Patriots have seen the promising rookie crack a smile.
Fortunately for the famously stone-faced pass rusher, smiles aren’t required to do your job in New England.
The second-round pick out of Georgia Tech was one of the biggest standouts of the Patriots’ preseason opener against the Houston Texans. The 290-pound defensive end was a regular sight in the Texans’ backfield. On the field, he’s looked like an impact player in the making.
Off the field, White has been praised as a professional -- albeit a tough one to get out of his shell.