Former New England Patriots running back James White is making the switch to college coaching this upcoming season.

In a massive move, former Wisconsin Badgers star running back James White is heading to the Illinois Fighting Illini as their next assistant running backs coach. White attended Wisconsin from 2010-13,

Former New England Patriots running back James White is joining the coaching ranks in college football. White has been named an assistant running backs coach at Illinois, the school announced Thursday.

FOXBORO MA. - OCTOBER 27: New England Patriots running back James White makes a 59 yard gain during the 3rd quarter of the game against the Cleveland Browns at Gillette Stadium on October 27, 2019 in Foxboro, MA. (Staff Photo By Nancy Lane/MediaNews Group/Boston Herald)