The Philadelphia Eagles were highly active this offseason, making numerous moves to rebound from a disappointing end to the 2023 NFL season and aiming for a Super Bowl run. Key actions by general manager Howie Roseman and the front office included signing Saquon Barkley in a significant free agency deal, renegotiating contracts with A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith, and executing what many consider the best draft in 2024. However, the team also faced the retirements of veterans Jason Kelce and Fletcher Cox.
One particular acquisition that has flown under the radar is the signing of former Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Devin White. Despite not receiving much media attention, this move has been praised by an NFL scout. White, who was once regarded as one of the NFL’s top linebackers, has experienced some inconsistency recently but remains a highly skilled player.
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The scout highlighted White’s potential impact, stating, “The most underrated signing on their defense is Devin White. No one is talking about him, but just two years ago he was considered one of the best at his position. Now, the Eagles, a team that hasn’t heavily invested in linebackers, have picked up a top-tier talent. This move significantly elevates their defense.”
In the 2023 season with the Buccaneers, White delivered solid performance stats, accumulating 83 tackles, 2.5 sacks, two interceptions, and six defended passes across 14 games. These figures are impressive, especially considering the fewer games played.
