Early on in training camp, Keion White appeared to be well on his way to becoming a true difference maker for the New England Patriots defense. Moving to the edge full time after being more of a hybrid his first two seasons as a pro, the third-year man regularly flashed his disruptive potential.

And then, nothing. Toward the end of camp, White lost his starting job to free agency acquisition K’Lavon Chaisson, and in two games so far this season — separated by an illness — has been on the field for just 42 combined snaps. He registered zero quarterback disruptions along the way.

And yet, his position coach remains a believer in the 26-year-old and what he can bring to the table now that he is seemingly fully recovered.

“I’m glad that he’s back because he’s going to be a big part of what

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