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USA Today
10 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Buccaneers steal All-Pro from division rival in PFF's 2019 NFL re-draft
The NFL Draft remains the second-biggest event in the NFL calendar behind the Super Bowl. Like it or not, it remains one of the biggest things fans and media enjoy revisiting to see "what could have been." Pro Football Focus has done a good job this offseason by starting a re-draft series that we have been tracking here on Bucs Wire. In their latest draft, they looked back on, it just so happens to be one of the more impactful ones in recent memory for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers franchise: The 2019 NFL Draft. The Bucs originally drafted LSU linebacker Devin White, but the relationship between the two didn't last long. Instead, in this alternate reality, the Bucs steal from their division rival, their All-Pro guard Chris Lindstrom. Sikkema writes, "The Buccaneers needed help on their interior offensive line entering the 2019 NFL Draft and grab the best guard in the NFL here in Lindstrom. He owns an absurd 95.5 PFF overall grade across the past three seasons, over six points higher than any other player at the position." An offensive line for the Bucs with another All-Pro wouldn't be the worst thing.
USA Today
29-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Pete Carroll seeing LB Devin White return to Pro Bowl form: 'He's back'
It may surprise some people to learn that Devin White is just 27 years old. Probably because he's has quite the whirlwind of a career. White was the top linebacker taken in the 2019 NFL Draft at fifth overall. As it happens, he was selected right after the Raiders used the fourth overall pick on DE Clelin Ferrell. In just his second season, he was the second team All Pro middle linebacker for the Buccaneers Super Bowl winning squad. The following season, he was a Pro Bowler. Two years later, injuries piled up and his play took a nosedive because of it. After his five-year rookie contract was up, the Bucs didn't bring him back. Last season, White was rendered to relative obscurity. He appeared in just seven games for the Texans with one start. And he joined the Raiders this offseason with little fanfare. The thinking being that new GM John Spytek still had visions of the Pro Bowl starting middle linebacker for the Super Bowl winning squad. Not the player White had devolved into the past couple years. Since the pads came on Monday, White has looked a lot like his former greatness. This included a sack and an interception. 'I think that's where my game is. Just being able to run to the ball, see the ball, and have good ball skills," White said of his interception. "Just being an athletic linebacker. When I came out, that's what I wanted to be known for. Being a run, hit, tackle, make plays, get sacks, get turnovers. I've been showing it all camp, so I just want to stay consistent with that. First day of pads yesterday I had a great day. They asked me could I do it two days in a row, I said I'm gonna do it every day I get on the field. That's just the standard I set for myself. It's the standard I set for the defense, and that's what I want the team to see. When I'm even competing against the other side, I want them to say '45 is bringing it every time he steps on the field'. So, whether I'm making plays or it's somebody else making plays, I'm gonna bring the juice and I'm gonna have my teammates' back and hopefully they have mine and I know they will because they've been showing it all camp.' His head coach is convinced. "He's back," Pete Carroll said of Devin White. "He was on top of the world a few years ago and then things just kind of didn't work out for one reason or another. He's back in action now. He came up to me and said 'I'm all in now' and he was dead serious in how he said it, you know. And you can see it." White said among other things that he was "selfish" for trying to play through injuries the way he did. That he should have recognized that he was hurt too much to be an asset to the team. Both the physical pain as well as the regret that comes along with letting his team down weighed on him. He's past it now and it shows. 'I feel comfortable. I feel healthy. I feel thankful. And I feel hungry," White said. "[I'm] back but still got to prove it to the world each and every Sunday or Monday or Thursday night. And I got to prove it to my team every day I step in the building. It's just a mindset. But I think coach Pete just sees me having a lot of fun with the game again. No pressure on me. Just go out there and do what I've been doing my whole life. Just having fun. If me having fun on the field with my guys is me being back, then I'm glad to be back.'
USA Today
03-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Raiders thin positions after the draft and 10 NFL free agents who could fill them.
Raiders thin positions after the draft and 10 NFL free agents who could fill them. The date for free agent signings to count against the 2026 compensatory pick formula is over. It ended last week with the conclusion of the draft. That means teams have begun signing still available free agents knowing they won't lose out on potential comp picks for doing so. There are still some good free agents out there who could come in and offer some solid depth and competition. After going through the roster and putting together a projected 53-man roster, it became clear there are still a few positions for the Raiders that are thin. Here's the ten free agents still out there that could come in and bulk up the roster in the areas they could use it. Cornerback They signed Eric Stokes and drafted Darien Porter. Both of whom play outside cornerback. A starting nickel corner is needed and possibly depth. Mike Hilton (31) -- Best slot corner out there. Would instantly be the favorite to start in the slot. Rasul Douglas (30) -- Once on the Raiders offseason roster, but didn't make the squad. Then went on to have some of his best years in Green Bay. Would be worthy competition to start outside. Shaquill Griffin (29) -- Was a third round pick by Pete Caroll and played in a Pro Bowl in Seattle. Kendall Fuller (30) -- Has started 104 games in his career. Would be great depth with starting potential if needed. Wide receiver This may seem odd considering they spent essentially three draft picks on receivers. But that should tell you how needy they were at the position. And with several potential starters still out there, they could add someone who would be able to step in and give a couple of their rookies a chance to develop. Amari Cooper (31) -- A reunion has seemed unlikely for years. Especially after how glad he was the Raiders traded him to Dallas. But it's been a while since then, and he's in a different place in his career. He would instantly be considered the Raiders best receiver. Keenan Allen (33) -- Even at his age, he's productive. And he has a connection with Raiders WR coach, having played for him with the Chargers and then joining him in Chicago last season. Nelson Agholor (32) -- Another former Raiders receiver, he could offer value as a part time receiver and perhaps a potential bridge starter. Tyler Boyd (30) -- Basically a possession receiver at this point in his career. He would be a good depth piece. Linebacker Linebacker was a need going into the draft, even after the additions of Elandon Roberts and Devin White. The latter hasn't played his best football in recent years. Not having competition at that position would be a mistake. There aren't a lot of great options out there, but they should explore them. Kyzir White (29) -- His 137 tackles last season were the second most of his career. He and Devin White (no relation) could battle for the starting WILL LB spot. Shaq Thompson (31) -- The former first round pick has spent his entire ten-year career in Carolina. The past couple seasons have been shortened by injury. Even if he were to see part of the season, it could be worth it to take that chance.
Forbes
29-04-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Rewriting The Script: How Black Millennial Streaming Executives Are Centering Ownership In Film
Devin White of Blacktivity and Chanel Nicole Scott of In The Black Network The entertainment industry has long profited from Black creativity without investing in Black creators. But a new class of millennial media executives is working to disrupt that dynamic—this time, on their own terms. Devin White, co-founder of the streaming and creative ecosystem Blacktivity, and Chanel Nicole Scott, CMO of In The Black Network, are leading the charge. From content licensing and compensation to strategic partnerships and platform design, both are reshaping the business of storytelling with equity at the center. 'Blacktivity was born from frustration—but also imagination,' said White. 'We're building a space that gives more than it takes. That means curating authentic stories, compensating our creatives fairly, and fostering a community where Black and BIPOC artists can grow—without having to pay to be in the room.' Founded in 2024, Blacktivity offers an intentional alternative to traditional streaming models. It operates as a nonprofit and gives creators a 50/50 revenue split for non-exclusive content and 60/40 for exclusive deals—figures that sharply contrast with industry norms, where creators often relinquish ownership for limited exposure. Payouts are distributed quarterly, and agreements are capped at three years to protect creator autonomy. But Blacktivity is more than just a platform. It's also an incubator, offering monthly masterclasses, networking events, and soon, micro-grants. 'We don't just distribute films—we build a community,' White emphasized. 'We know our creators. We talk to them. And we're investing our revenue right back into them.' Similarly mission-driven, In The Black Network is a hybrid AVOD/TVOD platform co-founded by entertainment veteran James DuBose and co-owned by Scott, who also serves as the brand's Chief Marketing Officer. Since its 2023 launch, the platform has secured distribution on Apple TV, Roku, Samsung, and most recently, Vizio. 'Our model is designed to empower content creators—especially Black creators—to maintain ownership,' Scott explained. 'We're not in the business of telling creators what their story should be. We want them to come with a finished product, and we help them amplify it.' The platform's approach requires creators to have skin in the game: they fund their productions independently and then enter licensing agreements with In The Black. Depending on viewership and pricing strategy, creators receive a revenue split based on performance. 'It keeps everyone accountable,' Scott said. 'If the work is strong and the audience shows up, you're compensated fairly.' That emphasis on creator control marks a major shift from legacy practices—especially for Black talent. According to McKinsey, Black professionals hold less than 6% of executive positions in film and TV, despite making up a significant share of audience viewership. Meanwhile, Nielsen reports that Black audiences consume 35% more streaming content than the general population, often shaping pop culture narratives without seeing proportional returns. For White and Scott, that gap between cultural influence and economic power is precisely what they're working to close. 'We know that Black viewership drives the culture—and the market,' said White. 'So why shouldn't we benefit from the platforms we help build?' Both platforms also prioritize storytelling that pushes beyond tropes. 'We're not here to replicate the conflict-heavy, drama-driven formulas,' Scott added. 'We're building a space where our culture is reflected with nuance—where normal Black life, joy, and complexity are just as valuable.' Still, disrupting an industry comes with challenges. Scott noted that In The Black remains investor-backed and is still on the path to profitability. 'It's a long game. But we've been intentional about bringing in people who believe in our mission—not just the margins.' For White, the nonprofit structure of Blacktivity has required a bit of convincing among potential funders. 'We've had people question why we're offering such high pay splits,' he said. 'But this is about long-term sustainability for our community. We're not here to extract—we're here to empower.' As both executives prepare for major milestones—including Blacktivity's June 14th launch event at Baltimore's CFG Arena and the first annual Blacktivity International Film Summit in Barbados this fall—they're clear on the legacy they hope to build. 'Equity, to me, is ownership,' Scott said. 'It's having the power to tell your story, your way—and reap the benefits of it.' White agrees: 'This isn't just about streaming. It's about shifting the power back to the people who create culture. And we're just getting started.'
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Raiders sign free agent linebacker Devin White to a 1-year deal
HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — The Las Vegas Raiders added more help at linebacker, signing unrestricted free agent Devin White to a one-year contract on Monday. White was a first-round pick by Tampa Bay in 2019 and spent last season with Philadelphia and Houston, recording 19 tackles in seven games with the Texans. White had spent the offseason and first month of the season with the Eagles before getting cut. Advertisement White had his greatest success with the Buccaneers after being picked fifth overall, one spot after the Raiders drafted defensive lineman Clelin Ferrell. White was a second-team All-Pro in his second season in Tampa Bay when he helped the Bucs go on to win the Super Bowl against Kansas City. White had a career-high three sacks that season in a win over the Raiders. He had 38 tackles, two interceptions and two fumble recoveries in three playoff games that season. White is one of three players since at least 1991 with multiple fumble recoveries and interceptions in the same postseason, with Zack Baun doing it last season for Philadelphia and David Macklin in 2003 for Indianapolis. White made the Pro Bowl in 2021 but his struggles in coverage led to his departure from Tampa Bay following the 2023 season. Advertisement White has played in 83 career games with 585 total tackles, 23 sacks, 40 tackles for loss, 64 quarterback hits, three interceptions, six forced fumbles, nine fumble recoveries and 21 passes defensed. The Raiders lost linebackers Robert Spillane and Divine Deablo in free agency but have signed White and Elandon Roberts to fill those roles. ___ AP NFL:
