Devin White Released By Eagles
October 8th, 2024
Free man.
Philadelphia has had enough.
Former No. 5 overall pick of the 2019 draft, ex-Bucs linebacker Devin White, was released by the Eagles today, per NFL Network.
Until this offseason, White as a professional only knew a Todd Bowles defense. At times with the Bucs, he played linebacker at a totally elite level. The Bucs may not have won a Super Bowl in February 2021 without White playing out of his mind in the postseason.
And now, with the Bucs having a serious hole at inside linebacker, what do the Bucs do?
K.J. Britt, who was supposed to replace White, has been exposed. He’s a nice guy off the bench and perhaps a decent rotational player. As a full-time starting inside linebacker, Britt just doesn’t cut it.
And we saw how Atlanta exposed him.
So the question is, now that White is a free man, if he clears waivers, do the Bucs swallow their pride and bring him back into the locker room? The Bucs will not find an available linebacker who knows Bowles’ defense like White.
Or, do the Bucs not want White and his attitude infecting young teammates?
The #Eagles have released former Pro Bowl LB Devin White. pic.twitter.com/BJH5SuUZs6
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 8, 2024
October 8th, 2024 at 4:37 pm
Wouldn’t be the Bucs swallowing their pride if White comes back.
October 8th, 2024 at 4:40 pm
Bring him back please we have nothing to lose a motivated D white is good for a few sacks
October 8th, 2024 at 4:41 pm
For free… ask the locker room and kick the tires hopefully he’s humbled. Can’t be worse than Britt was… Same maybe? but at least a little faster lol
October 8th, 2024 at 4:41 pm
I would bring him back if he clears waivers. It’s a low risk move, it don’t cost much. He may decide to take advantage of his second chance here. Why not? It’s low risk, high reward .
October 8th, 2024 at 4:44 pm
This guy was cancer last year. Have him get a real job driving a Tampa city bus.
October 8th, 2024 at 4:44 pm
The fall off is real š¬
October 8th, 2024 at 4:45 pm
If he comes in humble and with a small price tag… otherwise, nope.
October 8th, 2024 at 4:46 pm
Bring him back, aside David we can keep David in coverage and use 45 to blitz, keep Britt off the field until he can improve in coverage.
October 8th, 2024 at 4:51 pm
Bring him in, if his attitude sucks, cut him. Heād be finished at that point
October 8th, 2024 at 4:51 pm
No thank you. You got rid of him for attitude AND lack of performance.
October 8th, 2024 at 4:54 pm
I’m not on the edge of my seat hoping he comes back, but with Denis out for who knows how long and KJ struggling it might be a marriage made in heav….. well maybe not there.
October 8th, 2024 at 5:01 pm
Nothing against Devin. But he didn’t want to be here the first time. It didn’t work out in Philly. Our team has chemistry and free of drama. No.
October 8th, 2024 at 5:03 pm
Forget about this total jerk…not a good person and not a good football player!!! Teams don’t cut good players….we held on to him for too long. He ist the answer, period!
October 8th, 2024 at 5:03 pm
Remember last year, when the defense improved after White was benched? White is every bit as bad in coverage as Britt. The only thing White has is speed, which he uses to overrun plays and miss tackles. So, absolutely not.
October 8th, 2024 at 5:06 pm
I say bring him back. We often forget these guys are young men still learning life’s lessons. I bet lots of these guys consider him family. He’d be motivated by a 2nd chance guaranteed!
October 8th, 2024 at 5:06 pm
If he eats a bit of humble pie and a big load of Ricky Bobbyās $hitā¦..why not give him a second chance.
October 8th, 2024 at 5:10 pm
Mixed feelings on this.
We’re in major need of help at linebacker. (And edge rush)
White knows the system. He’d be up to speed on it real quick.
This reminds me of Jason Licht saying they don’t want to draft someone who’s available just to fill a position of need. They’re more holistic. “I am that player”. “I am that man”.
White was cancerous last year and his performance has dropped way off.
There’s got to be a quality linebacker sitting at home somewhere waiting for the phone to ring.
I vote no.
October 8th, 2024 at 5:11 pm
How the mighty have fallen. lol
October 8th, 2024 at 5:12 pm
Bring him in. Now.
October 8th, 2024 at 5:15 pm
Letās win another chip with Devin playing with his hair on š„
October 8th, 2024 at 5:17 pm
Our goal is to win. White’s helped us do that in the past and MIGHT be able to help us do that in the future. Assuming he clears waivers, it doesn’t hurt to kick the tires.
October 8th, 2024 at 5:17 pm
Might as well save the money and stick with Britt for the same result white is equally if not worse in coverage. At least with Britt he doesn’t leave his teammates high and dry and stays disciplined with his assignments.
October 8th, 2024 at 5:18 pm
Thinking more about it I agree with Vanessa, Tampabaybucfan, and others. I am still on the fence with it, but will he eat some humble pie and be a better team-mate? And would the other players want him back. That could be a deal breaker too. And yes, there could be other LBs sitting at home waiting for a call. It may not hurt talking to him and bringing him in for a look.
October 8th, 2024 at 5:18 pm
We have a murderers row schedule coming up in the next few weeks. It wouldnāt be the worse thing in the world to re-sign him and if he doesnāt have a better attitude and play well, cut him again. The biggest thing is he knows Bowles defense. Give him a shot.
October 8th, 2024 at 5:18 pm
I could go either way.
Bucs have a glaring hole where he used to be, but the guy can also be an arrogant head case.
Maybe a closed-door session with Bowles and Licht might be worth the time.
October 8th, 2024 at 5:19 pm
I donāt understand all these comments about āif heās learned his lessonā āmaybe this humbled himā
The Eagles were his second chance and just cut him. Obviously heās learned nothing. Donāt bring this turd back.
October 8th, 2024 at 5:21 pm
Rich Says:
Rich, have you met Baker Mayfield?
October 8th, 2024 at 5:21 pm
This is an easy decision. Give him a 2nd chance. If he performs and is good in the locker, great. If not let him go. He should be on a short leash. Heās not a bad guy. He doesnāt beat women or do drugs or grope Uber drivers, so why not?!?
October 8th, 2024 at 5:23 pm
I would bring him back as a pass rusher, that’s his strength.
October 8th, 2024 at 5:24 pm
Licht would have to also swallow his pride to bring him back also For the arrogant ones and there are 30 other teams out there he doesnāt need Tampa he could easily end up in Atlanta or Carolina or any other horrible team. Heāll be signed almost immediately by some desperate team. Heās an a hole which is what this team needs as long as he helps us win Iām down.
I have nothing personal against Devin White, I want the best player to play no matter what position. He wasnāt performing so walk the plank. I am also team first Devin
October 8th, 2024 at 5:28 pm
I would prefer to trade for Myles Garrett, as suggested in another article by a different poster first. Personally I believe it would require two first-round picks, given that he is only 28 and considered an elite pass rusher at that age for at least a few more years.
But maybe:
Initial Offer: Start with a **first-round pick** and **Joe Tryon-Shoyinka**.
2. If they show interest, consider adding a **third-round pick** to enhance the offer.
3. If they agree to the deal today, you could include a **fifth-round pick** as an additional incentive. However, if they wish to wait until the deadline, they would lose the fifth-round pick.
This is like Draft day and I doubt it would work lol….
Would you consider two first-round picks, or is that too much?
October 8th, 2024 at 5:28 pm
Low effort player. Pass
October 8th, 2024 at 5:29 pm
White just doesn’t want to play football any longer. Good for him I guess, probably made 20-30 million already. Not everyone has the fire Levante David has. Like the song says go on and take the money and run.
October 8th, 2024 at 5:31 pm
Josh,
The Bucs could have traded with the Bears for Khalil Mack if that’s the case. The Chargers gave the Bears a 2nd and a 6th..
October 8th, 2024 at 5:31 pm
He better than Britt
October 8th, 2024 at 5:33 pm
He’s 33
October 8th, 2024 at 5:33 pm
The Bucs better have a plan to stop Spencer Rattler.
Forget bringing White back.
October 8th, 2024 at 5:35 pm
So that’s 5 more years of an elite pass rusher if he keeps playing and doesn’t retire obviously. What’s that worth?
Sorry finger accidently hit submit after he’s 33…
October 8th, 2024 at 5:35 pm
Our plan to replace him is working about as well as his plan to replace us.
October 8th, 2024 at 5:41 pm
I understand the NO’s, but you never know. IF he comes back, I’m hoping the conversation is constructed in a way that let’s White know this is probably your last chance. Either get out there and perform, or kick rocks. We don’t have to pay him a kings ransom, we just need him to be the guy who helped us win a SB, because I believe he can still be that guy.
October 8th, 2024 at 5:43 pm
Mack was 31 when the Chargers traded for him, he’s 33 now. But he had 17 sacks last season. The Chargers gave the Bears a 2nd for Mack, and a 6th. That’s the type of trade Licht should be looking for…
October 8th, 2024 at 5:46 pm
To the Practice Squad. There he would understand that has to be humble
October 8th, 2024 at 5:52 pm
It will say a lot if no team claims him off waivers
October 8th, 2024 at 6:00 pm
Get him. He balled out game 1 last year and then got hurt. He knows the defense and assuming he his fully healthy is a top tier athlete that already knows the playbook. Teams don’t find that fit for a position they are thin at in the middle of a season often
October 8th, 2024 at 6:08 pm
Cobraboy Says:
October 8th, 2024 at 5:21 pm
Rich Says:
Teams donāt cut good playersā¦
Rich, have you met Baker Mayfield?
___________
Classic.
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October 8th, 2024 at 6:09 pm
Pick him up immediately. He knows the defense and has something to prove. Anyone watch karim hunt last night?
October 8th, 2024 at 6:11 pm
Who do we have better? I will wait?? I say bring him in and let him battle it out
October 8th, 2024 at 6:12 pm
OK I tried i give up lol… I’ll try this one last time… Mack was drafted by Raiders traded to Bears at 27 for 2 first a 3rd and 6th. Garrett is 28. Sorry it’s short I tried 20 times and it won’t post for some reason.
October 8th, 2024 at 6:13 pm
Carolina should be at the top of the waiver wire. Welcome to the Panthers nation Mr. White!! lol
October 8th, 2024 at 6:14 pm
If L. David and A. Winfield and M. Evans went to Bowles and said give him another chance – thatās the only way I take him back.
October 8th, 2024 at 6:16 pm
Do we think he will be a distraction Joe?, the second time around? I tend to say, I don’t think so. He had to swallow Philly pie, maybe he has changed. Or maybe, just maybe, he hasn’t. But if this team tries a second marriage after a bitter divorce, my money is on him succeeding. He is still young and with a new team attitude might just bring him around. If not they can say goodbye to him once again at the end of the year. Knowing Bowles, it might just be in the makings.
October 8th, 2024 at 6:22 pm
No need for the loafer part 2. Either trade for a LB or train IZien or Tykee Smith to play LB
October 8th, 2024 at 6:24 pm
That’s like having a little cold, but wanting to bring in a cancer.
October 8th, 2024 at 6:25 pm
White had become a mental case..
Dont touch him with a 10 foot pole
October 8th, 2024 at 6:32 pm
Been asking myself this same questionā¦. and been torn.
It would be a low risk move, price would be right, and he knows the offenseā¦but then thereās Devin being Devinā¦
Iām leaning toward doing it – I donāt have to see more of KJ Britt trying to cover to get on-board.
October 8th, 2024 at 6:35 pm
Do it! Go get him Jason & Todd. Everyone deserves a second chance. Come on back, Get Live 45!
October 8th, 2024 at 6:37 pm
I pretty much agree with the majority. I have two questions.
Can he play? I agree with Lakeland Buc. While DW45 may overrun plays in the open field and is not particularly good in coverage, he DOES have speed and is a good pass rusher. He’s only a dozen lbs lighter than Shaq Barrett and he has enough size to do that job. That’s issue #1. Can he still play. If AWJ returns and can help fill the middle DW45 might be a good addition.
Issue #2 His head!!! Where is it. As D.R., TBBF and others have expressed it’s at least worth kicking the tires. Part of that will be a real vetting of DW45’s mental condition. The locker room is tight now! Please no more cancers! Perhaps DW45 has eaten enough humble pie to cure his problems.
So while I agree with the majority I probably break here…I TRUST Todd Bowles to find the answer to those two questions successfully. If Todd signs off I”m good.
While I do not enjoy Bowles D first mind set I do respect his relationship with and knowledge of NFL players.
October 8th, 2024 at 6:39 pm
Absolutely take him back on a prove it contract, but only if he wants to come back.
October 8th, 2024 at 6:43 pm
Bring him back, I’m sure the guys miss playing the tunk games he started…
October 8th, 2024 at 6:49 pm
His pff (before he was benched) last year was 48
October 8th, 2024 at 6:55 pm
I would be happy to bring White back. He is a one trick pony, but he does it well. We need more sacks, and he can contribute in that area. His pass coverage canāt be worse than Britt. On another note, I would love for Bowles to hire a defensive coordinator who can focus exclusively on defense. Conveniently, there is suddenly a really good former defensive coordinator available in New York.
October 8th, 2024 at 6:58 pm
Josh,
I get your point, you’re saying that the Browns would want a return similar to what the Raiders got for Mack.
Two 1st round pick
3rd round pick
6th round pick
October 8th, 2024 at 7:06 pm
It’s a no risk deal. No picks spent, small money and cut at the first sign of an issue. I would guess one of our NFC south brothers will grab him first just to mess with us. Good timing for us though. Thanks Eagles.
October 8th, 2024 at 7:18 pm
I had a longer post with stats that didnāt go through, but yes, LakelandBuc.
Is trading for JTS instead of two first-round picks worthwhile to the Browns? Would Reddick for a third and sixth be a better option?
Joe, a poll could be great.
Here are some options to consider:
1. Trade for Reddick without giving up first-round picks.
2. Trade Garrett for multiple firsts.
3. Stick with our current players: Vea, JTS, YaYa, Hall, and Kancey.
4. Explore other pass rushers.
Itād be interesting to see fansā thoughts and whether Kancey can make a difference. Personally, Iām leaning towards Reddick or trusting Kancey when he gets back healthy, given Garrett’s potential cost.
October 8th, 2024 at 7:24 pm
You will soon understand the reason he declined so dramatically. Drugs. He likely faces suspension.
October 8th, 2024 at 7:28 pm
How can Munch call people idiots, which I personally find funny, but my post gets restricted? It doesnāt make sense to me. Itās well thought out and professional, creating a space where conversation is invited. Yet the internet doesnāt like something. I wish there were guidelines so I would know what I can and can’t post.
But yes LakelandBuc is that worth it? Or Reddick for less? Or someone else? Or just trust Kancey when he comes back Healthy with the other guys Vea, YaYa, Hall, and JTS?
October 8th, 2024 at 7:30 pm
Bowles is a father figure to him. Bring him back and a chance at redemption. We will know quickly if it works. If not, cut him. . . Of course, he will have to say the right things prior to returning and quickly back it up. . .
October 8th, 2024 at 7:32 pm
@Buddha got any evidence to back that claim? No one has ever reported Devin to party like Josh Freeman, the molly hamster or Mike Williams.
October 8th, 2024 at 7:32 pm
No. Must Write like Caveman. Not sure why. Yes LakelandBuc. So is that worth it? Or Reddick for less, or trust what we have?
October 8th, 2024 at 7:33 pm
It won’t let me post anything intelligent sorry… yes lakeland
October 8th, 2024 at 7:35 pm
@Ultra ClodHopper
You win the comment section withā¦
āOur plan to replace him is working about as well as his plan to replace usā.
October 8th, 2024 at 7:37 pm
This is great, bring him back!
October 8th, 2024 at 7:38 pm
Then they all appear lmao I look like a bumbling idiot… I’m checking out for a few after that I’ll check back in a few hours or somthing… Hope the weather’s not too bad down there already seriously have you all in my thoughts and prayers…
October 8th, 2024 at 7:40 pm
I just read from NBC Philadelphia report that Devin is not subject to waivers because Devin agreed to pay back his salary help erase dead money for the Eagles. He also refused to play special teams and that’s why he was inactive.
Definitely It’s a big NO to this kid. HARD pass with that attitude.
October 8th, 2024 at 7:43 pm
I read somewhere that Devin White and the Eagles have an agreement that his release won’t require him to go through waivers and he becomes an instant free agent because it’s before the trade deadline.
October 8th, 2024 at 7:46 pm
Maxx Crosby wasnāt out I believe. Heās 27. N a game changer. Make the call Jason. Second n trask.
October 8th, 2024 at 7:47 pm
At this point i would take him back. Its not like we are dripping with chemistry giving up over 500 yards to atl and all. Go BUCS
October 8th, 2024 at 7:48 pm
I would take White over Britt any day. At least he has the speed to cover the perimeter. He may Not be great in coverage either but heās far better than Britt even in that category because at least Devin has shown a little bit of flare in coverage from time to time. Britt cannot keep up with players in this league physically or mentally. But if I remember correctly you canāt resign a player for 2 years that you let go so bring White back dosent seem likely regardless.
October 8th, 2024 at 7:50 pm
Id give him the opportunity to take the rest of the season off and gain perspective
October 8th, 2024 at 7:54 pm
Britt outplayed DW last year and grabbed his job. DW was let go then signed and then let go. He’s obviously not in a good place and hasn’t been for some time. That’s not a call if make at this time.
October 8th, 2024 at 8:06 pm
@Josh
The pretty sure the Joe’s moderate comments manually. Sometimes they are “there” when the comments come in an aren’t busy doing something else – if the find nothing objectionable ur comment will appear in minutes. If they are busy doing something else it may take an hour or MORE.
And they do occasionally delete posts they take serious issue with, which they have every right to do.
October 8th, 2024 at 8:15 pm
JC Cornell posted per a source from the Bucs that there is a 0% chance the Buccaneers EVER employ him again.
JC Allen also posted that it’s not going to happen.
We can put this debate to bed and still hope Devin grows up before it’s too late for him.
October 8th, 2024 at 8:16 pm
Polluting the locker room with a head case whose narcissistic self-delusion rivals that of the orange face sociopath is a terrible idea. Iād be shocked if they brought him in.
October 8th, 2024 at 8:26 pm
Regardless of its White or somebody else. Britt should be replaced asap and thatās really the bottom line. There has to be better options available this guy has no business starting on any team.
October 8th, 2024 at 8:26 pm
If they end up in the moderation queue, yes.
October 8th, 2024 at 8:57 pm
I think if they rotate Grier Jr in during the saints game they will be happy with the results. Guy looked great in coverage and heās the same size as Britt but faster and more athletic.
October 8th, 2024 at 9:11 pm
White has been let go twice now. Why would you want this head case?
He doesnāt cover any better than Britt, he just does it faster.
October 8th, 2024 at 9:13 pm
Why in the world would the Bucs need to swallow their pride? Devin White made this happen.
Decline in his play, runn8ng his mouth to the media and demanding a trade. His current situation is on him.
I don’t believe he has the mental capacity to humble himself. In my opinion he would believe that the Bucs couldn’t make it without him.
Let him kick cans on the street, he ain’t worth the problems he brings.
October 8th, 2024 at 9:27 pm
I can’t see White clearing wavers. Someone will want to kick the tires on him. His athletic ability is off the charts. Can his brain ever catch up?
October 8th, 2024 at 9:43 pm
Don’t bother. We had him and never worked out. He is a Lemon.
October 8th, 2024 at 9:44 pm
Iād bring him in for a try. If not playing a down for Philly and then getting cut didnāt humble him, nothing will.
October 8th, 2024 at 9:55 pm
Licht and Bowles decided to cut him loose for some reasons. Once is enough.
October 8th, 2024 at 10:05 pm
Depends on Antoine Winfield. If he is back, do the Bucs need White?
October 8th, 2024 at 10:28 pm
Itās crazy cause at one point white had so much promise. He was so good in 2020 on the superbowl run. Then he got a ring and his ego got huge and he was only in it for the payday. If LVD and other leaders couldnāt fix him not sure anyone can or any situation.
October 8th, 2024 at 10:37 pm
He’s better than KJ Britt so I say bring him back!!
October 8th, 2024 at 11:20 pm
Everyone was begging for Britt last year myself included. Licht decided not to draft anyone to replace white, injury prone 5th rounder Dennis was the best damn we have camp meat talent at linebacker. Licht sure does love his undrafted free agents
October 8th, 2024 at 11:44 pm
If he was better than Britt then Britt wouldn’t have replaced him last year?
October 8th, 2024 at 11:55 pm
No waivers for White, by negotiated dealio.
October 9th, 2024 at 12:58 am
I doubt they bring him back, despite the fact that:
1. We have a serious need for speed and depth at that position
2. He knows Todd Bwoles system
3. He could maybe, possibly, for the first time in his life, have been humbled and have a better attitude
Simply b/c all these guys- players, coaches, front office staff, have too much pride. I don’t think even Licht would consider it. He’s not a Buccaneer man, etc.
But we need help. I’ve been super critical of White but I would gladly take him back now and just let him blitz.
October 9th, 2024 at 1:48 am
So many people are soiling themselves because the Bucs lost to the Broncos and Falcons. We beat the Redskins, Lions, and Eagles. We had a staggering number of injuries, but more of our best players are now coming back every week. We donāt want Devin White and he is not coming back because he is a loafer, a malcontent, he sucks in pass coverage, and he is toxic in the locker room.
October 9th, 2024 at 1:55 am
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October 9th, 2024 at 2:01 am
Well i pushed for us to draft him, and it looked like another star notch in my belt, but didnt realize he would turn into such a drama queenā¦.i dont know, if he comes cheap and has a different attitude, then maybe. But heās gonna complain again about the money againā¦ if he can just keep his stupid mouth shut and keep his head down and go to work, maybe a 1 year deal CHEAPā¦. And thats if heās willingā¦. 2 way street in this. I donāt know. Your call Jason.
October 9th, 2024 at 3:36 am
Bet you guys that āRadioā has Devin on speed dial and a one way ticket to Atlanta with both coach and player laugh their asses off.
October 9th, 2024 at 4:16 am
I don’t have ‘X’, however apparently Devin did go to his ‘X’ account and wrote some positive and cryptic thoughts. Sounds like he is happy with the move. Possibly he does want a change and new beginning. If the Bucs do not give Devin a chance, there are many other teams that will. Unsure if he still is counting on top dollars.
October 9th, 2024 at 4:40 am
if garrett is really on the block, gotta figure out a way to get him here…
can’t let him go to detoit or atlanta
October 9th, 2024 at 4:42 am
DW just did the double flopperooski…
flopped in thumpa bay…
flopped out with the iggles…
so basically he’s down to his last chance or last strike…
one more flop and he’s out of the league
October 9th, 2024 at 9:47 am
The Devin White that helped us win a Super Bowl is gone, for what ever reason. He just got a new opportunity with the Eagles and didnāt even make it to game 6. He has been on a pretty consistent decline since 2020. Hoping he is the guy we used to have is not going to help anyone. We need LB help, but it is going to have to come from someplace else because Whiteās motivations are clearly not on football.
October 9th, 2024 at 9:52 am
Bring him in. The upside outweighs the risk. From the outside it feels like the teams culture would be able to absorb/handle some of the drama White would bring. That said, who knows for real outside the locker room what has transpired. Sucks to have seen him fall off. Hopefully he can turn it around for the Bucs or whoever is playing against NOLA, CAR, or ATL. BLUF is I’ll trust Licht and company about Devins current value.