Detroit Lions signing former All-Pro LB Devin White
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Key Points:
- Devin White, drafted fifth overall by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2019, quickly made an impact with second-team All-Pro honors and a Super Bowl win by his second season.
- After four productive years with Tampa Bay, White's career momentum slowed, leading to brief stints with the Eagles (no game appearances), Houston, and a full season with the Las Vegas Raiders in 2024.
- Despite finishing third in the NFL with 174 tackles in 2025, White has consistently received low performance grades from PFF, struggling in both coverage and run defense.
- The Detroit Lions recently signed White, marking their second linebacker addition in a week following Troy Reeder; rookie Jimmy Rolder suffered a leg injury in practice with unknown severity.
- White is expected to compete for a primary reserve linebacker role behind starters Jack Campbell, Derrick Barnes, and Malcolm Rodriguez, with potential to earn situational defensive responsibilities due to his experience and athleticism.
