Devin White: Transitioning from an LSU standout to an NFL linebacker

Devin White, a former Super Bowl champion and one of the best college football players, is currently at a turning point in his NFL career. After a rocky time with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and several quick team changes, he’s landed with the Las Vegas Raiders, hoping to get back to the form that made him a top draft pick.

Profile Overview

• Full Name: Devin Marcel White
• Position: Linebacker
• Current Team: Las Vegas Raiders (as of 2025 season)
• Date of Birth: February 17, 1998 (age 27)
• Height/Weight: 6 ft 0 in, ~252 lb
• College: LSU (forwent senior year to enter the 2019 NFL Draft)
• Draft Information: 2019, Round 1, 5th overall by Tampa Bay Buccaneers

From LSU Standout to Super Bowl Champion

Devin Marcel White was born on February 17, 1998. At LSU, he made a name for himself as a fast, hard-hitting linebacker. He earned First-Team All-American honors, picked up several SEC Defensive Player of the Week awards, and became the highest-drafted linebacker in LSU history when the Buccaneers selected him fifth overall in 2019.
White started strong in the NFL. As a rookie, he made 91 tackles and helped the Bucs win Super Bowl LV in the 2020 season, sealing the victory with a clutch interception.

A Career at a Crossroads

After 2021, things began to change. White still earned a Pro Bowl selection, but his relationship with the Buccaneers soured. Before the 2023 season, he publicly asked for a trade. Later, Bucs General Manager Jason Licht admitted the team had second thoughts about drafting him, pointing to attitude and chemistry issues.
White signed a one-year contract with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2024, but he was cut loose in October after never playing a game for the team.He then had a short stint with the Houston Texans, playing seven games. By March 2025, he signed with the Raiders, who have already listed him as a starting outside linebacker.

Career Highlights & Stats

• Team History:
  • Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2019–2023)
  • Philadelphia Eagles (signed in 2024, released before playing a snap) Las Vegas RaidersPro Football Rumors
  • Houston Texans (2024 season, played 7 games) Las Vegas RaidersYahoo SportsRaiders Newswire
  • Las Vegas Raiders (signed in March 2025 on a one-year contract) Las Vegas RaidersPro Football RumorsRaiders Newswire
• Accolades:
  • Super Bowl champion (LV with Tampa Bay, and noted as 2× champion on some sources)
  • Second-team All-Pro (2020)
  • Pro Bowl selection (2021)
  • PFWA All-Rookie Team (2019)
  • Butkus Award winner (2018)
• Career Stats (through 2024):
  • Total Tackles: 585
  • Sacks: 23.0
  • Forced Fumbles: 6
  • Fumble Recoveries: 9
  • Pass Deflections: 22
  • Interceptions: 3
  • Defensive Touchdowns: 2
• Notable NFL Career Milestone: One of just a few players since 2019 with 500+ tackles and 20+ sacks—joining elite company. Las Vegas Raiders

The Person Behind the Stats

White’s numbers—tackles, interceptions, big plays—tell one part of the story. The other section discusses the difficulties NFL players deal with off the field, such as pressure to perform, high expectations, and team politics. White’s journey shows how quickly things can change, even for a player who was once at the top.
With the Raiders, White now has a chance to establish himself once more. He could improve the Raiders’ defence and change how teams and fans view him if he can get back to playing at his best.

The Road Ahead

Devin White’s career has been a mix of big wins and tough setbacks.His journey is far from over, having included winning the Lombardi Trophy in Tampa Bay, dominating at LSU, and currently looking for a new beginning in Las Vegas. A major test that could determine whether he can regain his place among the NFL’s top linebackers is the 2025 campaign.

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