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Ice Bucket Challenge Injury? Commander RB White Misses Practice
20 Aug
Summary
- Rachaad White missed practice after participating in an ice bucket challenge video.
- The team states White has a minor hamstring injury.
- Analysts question if the challenge caused the injury, impacting his season role.
Washington Commanders running back Rachaad White's recent absence from practice has raised questions after he took part in a viral ALS Ice Bucket Challenge video. The running backs coach, Anthony Lynn, also participated in the challenge, which has seen a resurgence due to former player Chris Johnson's ALS diagnosis.
White was observed landing awkwardly on his feet in flip-flops after jumping up in the video posted on August 17, 2026. He subsequently missed practice on August 18 and 19, 2026. The team has characterized the injury as a minor hamstring issue, with no long-term concerns anticipated.
However, an NFL analyst highlighted that White appeared fine before the challenge and has been "mysteriously" absent since the video's release. This has led to speculation among fans and analysts about whether the challenge directly contributed to his injury, potentially impacting his crucial role in the Commanders' backfield alongside Jacory Croskey-Merritt.
