Dewayne White

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Dewayne White (born October 19, 1979) is an American former professional football player who was a defensive end in the National Football League (NFL). He entered the league as the 64th overall pick in the second round by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the 2003 NFL draft.[1] Tied a team record by recording at least half-a-sack in six consecutive games in 2004. During the end of 2005 season he gained notoriety when he blocked a crucial field goal against the Atlanta Falcons, and then scored his first NFL touchdown the following week on a sack and fumble return against the New Orleans Saints.[2] On March 3, 2007, White signed a 5-year, $29 million contract with the Detroit Lions. The Lions released him to free agency on March 8, 2010.[3]

Born (1979-10-19) October 19, 1979 (age 46)
Marbury, Alabama, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Listed weight273 lb (124 kg)
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Dewayne White
No. 90, 99
PositionDefensive end
Personal information
Born (1979-10-19) October 19, 1979 (age 46)
Marbury, Alabama, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Listed weight273 lb (124 kg)
Career information
High schoolMarbury
CollegeLouisville
NFL draft2003: 2nd round, 64th overall pick
Career history
Awards and highlights
Career NFL statistics
Total tackles217
Sacks27
Forced fumbles10
Fumble recoveries11
Interceptions3
Defensive touchdowns2
Stats at Pro Football Reference
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