[3][4] He graduated from Manhattan with a Bachelor of Science degree, and reportedly had a stint afterwards with the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League (NFL).

[5] White worked with Gene Tunney for the athletic program at the United States Naval Academy during World War II.

[5] He joined the New York Yankees of the All-America Football Conference (AAFC) in 1946, serving as their assistant coach and chief scout.

[4] He helped the team win their division three straight times from 1970 to 1972 as manager, before accepting a role as vice president of player personnel in 1973.

"[4] 49ers executive Louis Spadia noted White was "one of the most experienced and able men in the game in the area of seeking out and evaluating football talent.