Eskimos' John White out for season after rupturing Achilles tendon

The Edmonton Eskimos announced that running back John White will miss the entire 2015 CFL season after rupturing his Achilles tendon at practice Sunday.

White was named a West Division and CFL All-Star after playing only nine games in 2014. He ran for 852 yards on 123 carries, scoring two touchdowns.

He was named Offensive Player of the Week following a 199-yard performance in Week 14 against the Saskatchewan Roughriders.

The Eskimos also announced the release of wide receiver Chad Bumphis, who joined the team's practice roster last October.