Devin White has been a crucial addition to the Philadelphia Eagles’ defense, but a recent injury sidelined him just before the season opener. The linebacker’s absence leaves fans concerned about how long he’ll be out and when he’ll return.
Here’s everything you need to know about Devin White’s injury.
What injury is Devin White suffering from?
Linebacker Devin White, one of the Eagles’ significant offseason free agent signings, will miss the team’s season opener against the Green Bay Packers due to an ankle injury.
White practiced on Sunday and Monday. However, he was listed as a limited participant during Tuesday’s session. This suggests he may have suffered the injury during practice on Tuesday. The Eagles were not required to issue an injury report until Tuesday. When they did, they noted White’s limited participation. However, by Wednesday, his status had been downgraded from limited to out. As a result, White will not be traveling with the team to São Paulo, Brazil, where the Eagles are set to face the Packers on Friday. (via ESPN)
When will Devin White return to play with the Philadelphia Eagles?
The Eagles have confirmed that Devin White will not be traveling with the team to São Paulo, Brazil, for their season opener against the Packers. However, his return to the field remains unclear.
The NFL star signed a one-year, $4 million contract with the Eagles this offseason. He has spent most of his time working with the first-team defense. With White sidelined, Zack Baun and Nakobe Dean are expected to start at linebacker. Meanwhile, Oren Burks, Ben VanSumeren, and rookie Jeremiah Trotter Jr. are expected to fill in as backups.
White brings significant experience. He has started 75 games in five seasons, earning 2nd-team All-Pro honors in 2020 and making the Pro Bowl. After a less active training camp and limited snaps last season, White’s absence leaves a big hole in the Eagles’ defensive lineup, with no clear date for his return.
