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Former Bucs LB Devin White a healthy scratch for Eagles in Week 2

Bucs former first rounder Devin White hasn’t had the greatest start to his Eagles career thus far, as he was a healthy inactive in Week 2.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers decided to let linebacker Devin White test free agency in early March of this year. This comes after a disgruntled White played under the fifth-year option in 2023 following a trade request due to not receiving a contract extension.

The former fifth overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft decided to take a chance on himself, signing a one-year deal with the Philadelphia Eagles worth up to $7.5 million. When the news initially broke, many believed the Eagles had gotten a steal of a player, as they seem to always gather the top talent available, whether it be in free agency or the draft.

Two weeks into the 2024 NFL season, things haven’t gone the way White likely thought. He missed the Eagles’ season opener in Brazil due to an ankle injury and didn’t travel with the team. White was a healthy inactive in their Week 2 loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Monday night. Instead of starting next to Nakobe Dean, Zack Baun has overtaken the role White was supposed to have.

The Bucs have KJ Britt and rookie SirVocea Dennis rotating in next to Lavonte David. So far, White’s absence hasn’t affected the defense as much.

Sights and sounds from first half of Eagles matchup vs. Falcons

It wasn’t the most explosive first half, but Philadelphia rode the emotion of Nick Foles’ retirement and a raucous crowd to keep Atlanta out of the end zone late in the first half. The Eagles hold a 7-6 lead heading into the second half. Playing …

It wasn’t the most explosive first half, but Philadelphia rode the emotion of Nick Foles’ retirement and a raucous crowd to keep Atlanta out of the end zone late in the first half. The Eagles hold a 7-6 lead heading into the second half.

Playing without A.J. Brown, Philadelphia used a DeVonta Smith touchdown catch to establish a 7-3 first-half lead before the Falcons pulled within one.

Here are sights and sounds from the first half.

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Takeaways and observations from first half of Eagles matchup vs. Falcons in Week 2

It wasn’t the most explosive first half, but Philadelphia rode the emotion of Nick Foles’ retirement and a raucous crowd to keep Atlanta out of the end zone late in the first half. The Eagles hold a 7-6 lead heading into the second half. Playing …

It wasn’t the most explosive first half, but Philadelphia rode the emotion of Nick Foles’ retirement and a raucous crowd to keep Atlanta out of the end zone late in the first half. The Eagles hold a 7-6 lead heading into the second half.

Playing without A.J. Brown, Philadelphia used a DeVonta Smith touchdown catch to establish a 7-3 first-half lead before the Falcons pulled within one.

With the second half set to begin, here are takeaways and observations from the first half.

Primarily a punt returner, Covey joined DeVonta Smith and Jahan Dotson for the second snap, lined up as an outside receiver. Covey had two catches in the first half, for six yards on two targets.

Monday saw a matchup of two similar running backs with the veteran Saquon Barkley, and second year running back Bijan Robinson. Through two quarters, Robinson has the lead. The Falcons star has 10 carries for 72 yards, and one catch for 72 yards. Barkley has eight carries for 37 yards rushing in the first half.

Whether it was a punishment or by some design, Eagles star defensive tackle Jalen Carter didn’t see a snap in the game’s first series. He was back in the lineup for the second series. CArter finished the first half with one tackle.

At this rate the Eagles best offensive play is Jalen Hurts running. Hurts has 47 yards rushing on the Eagles final drive of the half. Hurts was 9-13 passing for 70 yards and one touchdown. He had six carries for 51 yards rushing.

Smith was going to be the focal point of the Eagles offense with A.J. Brown out and the Heisman Trophy winner rose to the occasion. Smith had three catches for 30 yards and a touchdown on the Eagles four possessions.

Devin White is a healthy scratch for Eagles Monday night game against Falcons

Veteran linebacker Devin White is inactive for the Philadelphia Eagles Monday night game against the Atlanta Falcons

Devin White has said everything about being ready whenever his number is called. Still, the veteran linebacker and Super Bowl winner won’t see the field for Philadelphia on Monday night against Atlanta.

The Inquirer’s Jeff McLane reports that White will be inactive and a healthy scratch one week after missing the Eagles season opener with an ankle injury.

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White exited Tampa Bay for Philadelphia with the hope of retooling his career while becoming the missing piece that gets this Eagles team over the Super Bowl hump.  During the summer, it looked like White had shown he was the best linebacker on the roster while assuming a leadership role, resulting in the former Buccaneers star becoming a defensive general.

White, a 2024 free agent signing, talked about being a team leader and upgrading Philadelphia’s linebacker position.

Dean and Fangio’s favorite Zack Baun held down the fort on defense, with the former Saints linebacker logging 15 tackles, two sacks, one tackle for loss, and 2 QB hits. Dean was solid, logging four tackles, one tackle for loss, and one pass defended.

They’ll need to be even more dynamic in Week 2, with Falcons star running back Bijan Robinson heading to Philadelphia.

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Eagles-Falcons injury report: Isaiah Rodgers, Devin White return to practice

Isaiah Rodgers, Devin White return to Eagles practice ahead of Week 2

The Eagles returned to practice on Wednesday, and reinforcements returned to the lineup ahead of Monday night’s huge matchup against the Falcons.

Milton Williams was listed as a limited participant on Thursday, but Isaiah Rodgers and Devin White returned to practice and were full participants.

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Rodgers suffered a hand injury on the final day of training camp and missed the first game of the season, while Devin White suffered an ankle injury and was inactive in Week 1.

For the Falcons, Nate Landman and Antonio Hamilton Sr. were held out of practice Thursday, while the right tackle of Kaleb McGary (groin) was limited.

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WATCH: Devin White has a strong response to Vic Fangio naming Nakobe Dean the starter

WATCH: Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Devin White offers a strong response to Vic Fangio naming Nakobe Dean starter

Nakobe Dean spent the off-season and summer saying all the right things about his recovery from a foot injury that ended his 2023 season prematurely. For most of the training camp, the idea was that Dean might lose his job to Devin White.

White exited Tampa Bay for Philadelphia with the hope of retooling his career while becoming the missing piece that gets this Eagles team over the Super Bowl hump.  During the summer, it looked like White had shown he was the best linebacker on the roster while assuming a leadership role, resulting in the former Buccaneers star becoming a defensive general.

White, a 2024 free agent signing, talked about being a team leader and upgrading Philadelphia’s linebacker position.

White missed the season opener with a foot injury, and his status for Week 2 is uncertain. However, after Vic Fangio clarified that Dean is his starter, it won’t matter.

A visibly frustrated White addressed Fangio’s comments and more before the Eagles’ Thursday practice.

Dean and Fangio’s favorite Zack Baun held down the fort on defense, with the former Saints linebacker logging 15 tackles, two sacks, one tackle for loss, and 2 QB hits. Dean was solid, logging four tackles, one tackle for loss, and one pass defended.

They’ll need to be even more dynamic in Week 2, with Falcons star running back Bijan Robinson heading to Philadelphia.

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Former Bucs LB Devin White loses starting spot with new team

The former Bucs first-round pick at linebacker left this offseason when he signed with the Philadelphia Eagles.

The former Bucs first-round pick at linebacker left this offseason when he signed with the Philadelphia Eagles. He was expected to make his season debut last week but was out due to injury. His replacement, Nakobe Dean, played extremely well in his place.

Due to that, a change is already happening in Philadelphia.

Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio announced on Wednesday that Dean would remain the starter, and White would be moving down the depth chart. The former LSU Tiger has had his fair share of struggles since his rookie season. All of which are on the field, but he has been unable to get in a groove regarding coverage assignments.

Todd Bowles’s defense is similar to Vic Fangio’s in that it demands a lot from everyone on defense. When someone on the roster isn’t able to handle their assignments, they will find someone that does. Unfortunately for him, the Eagles have already found that replacement while he heals up and works his way back into the fold.

Eagles DC Vic Fangio makes it clear who the starter is at middle linebacker

Vic Fangio says Nakobe Dean is Eagles starting middle linebacker

Nakobe Dean spent the off-season and summer saying all the right things about his recovery from a foot injury that ended his 2023 season prematurely. For most of the training camp, the idea was that Dean might lose his job to Devin White.

White, a 2024 free agent signing, talked about being a team leader and upgrading Philadelphia’s linebacker position. White missed the season opener with a foot injury, and his status for Week 2 is uncertain. It won’t matter, but Vic Fangio clarified that Dean is his starter.

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Dean and Fangio’s favorite Zack Baun held down the fort on defense, with the former Saints linebacker logging 15 tackles, two sacks, one tackle for loss, and 2 QB hits. Dean was solid, logging four tackles, one tackle for loss, and one pass defended.

They’ll need to be even more dynamic in Week 2, with Falcons star running back Bijan Robinson heading to Philadelphia.

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Sights and sounds from first half of Eagles Week 1 matchup vs. Packers in Brazil

The Eagles started the first half miserable in Sao Paulo, Brazil, but thanks to a stout defense, Philadelphia only ended up down 6-0 and entered the second half down 19-17 after regrouping. Both offenses made explosive plays, and the Packers secured …

The Eagles started the first half miserable in Sao Paulo, Brazil, but thanks to a stout defense, Philadelphia only ended up down 6-0 and entered the second half down 19-17 after regrouping.

Both offenses made explosive plays, and the Packers secured two early turnovers to exit the first half up two points. Packers quarterback Jordan Love was 7-14 passing for 130 yards and one first-half touchdown.

Free agent running back Josh Jacobs had six carries for four yards, Emmanuel Wilson led Green Bay with three carries for 37 yards, and Jayden Reed led all pass catchers with two catches for 79 yards and a score. With the second half set to begin, here are takeaways from the first half.

Early pregame sights and sounds from Eagles matchup vs. Packers in Brazil

The Eagles are in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and the first NFL game in the region will start in a little under an hour. Brazil, the largest country in Latin America, will host the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Green Bay Packers game on Friday at Arena Corinthians …

The Eagles are in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and the first NFL game in the region will start in a little under an hour. Brazil, the largest country in Latin America, will host the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Green Bay Packers game on Friday at Arena Corinthians in Sao Paulo. This will be the first NFL game held on a Friday evening since 1970.

With kickoff just moments away, here are sights and sounds from the pregame activities.