Commanders RB May Have Hurt Himself Doing Team's Ice Bucket Challenge
A Washington Commanders running back has been missing practice, and some think he was hurt doing a viral challenge.
Rachaad White, the Washington Commanders running back, has missed the past two practice sessions and NFL analyst Warren Sharp believes the reason may be an injury sustained during the team's ALS Ice Bucket Challenge video posted on August 17. The challenge has gained renewed attention in football due to former Running Back Chris Johnson's recent diagnosis with Lou Gehrig's disease.
White's performance during the practice saw him awkwardly landing on his flip flops after jumping out of his seat. The team has since described his injury as a hamstring issue, not considered serious or long-term by RotoWire, which cited NFL Network's Mike Garafolo. Sharp noted White's fine condition prior to the ice bucket challenge, raising suspicions that the challenge may have caused his injury.
Fans have expressed concern over the safety of such activities for players, with some suggesting the team should donate money instead of putting athletes at risk. Despite the potential setback, White is expected to play a crucial role for the Commanders this season, filling the role alongside promising backup Jacory Croskey-Merritt.
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