History of Devin White in Timeline
Devin Marcel White is an American football linebacker for the Philadelphia Eagles. He was drafted fifth overall in 2019 by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he played for five seasons and won Super Bowl LV. He played college football at LSU.
February 17, 1998: Devin White's Birth
Devin Marcel White was born on February 17, 1998.
2011: Devin White's Draft Selection
Devin White's selection in the 2019 NFL draft made him the highest drafted LSU defensive player since Patrick Peterson in 2011.
November 2015: Devin White's Arrest
In November 2015, Devin White and his teammate were arrested for a misdemeanor charge.
July 20, 2019: Devin White Signs with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
On July 20, 2019, the Buccaneers signed White to a fully guaranteed, four-year, $29.32 million contract.
2019: Devin White Enters NFL Draft
Following his junior year at LSU, Devin White decided to forgo his senior year to enter the 2019 NFL draft.
2019: Devin White Drafted into the NFL
In 2019, Devin White was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as the fifth overall pick in the NFL Draft.
2020: Devin White's 2020 Season Performance
During the 2020 regular season, Devin White recorded a team-best 140 total tackles.
January 1, 2021: Devin White Tests Positive for COVID-19
On January 1, 2021, Devin White tested positive for COVID-19 and was placed on the reserve/COVID list.
April 27, 2022: Buccaneers Exercise Fifth-Year Option on Devin White's Contract
The Buccaneers exercised the fifth-year option on Devin White's contract on April 27, 2022.
2023: Devin White Requests Trade
During the 2023 offseason, Devin White requested a trade from the Buccaneers after failing to negotiate a contract extension.
March 18, 2024: Devin White Signs with the Philadelphia Eagles
On March 18, 2024, the Philadelphia Eagles signed Devin White to a one-year contract.