Lavonte David Retires: A Buccaneers Legend

0:00It's March 25th. Welcome in. This is NFL News Today, where football meets AI. Lavante David has retired after 14 seasons with a Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The star linebacker spent his entire career with the team after being selected in the second round of the 2012 draft out of Nebraska. He started all 215 games he played, piling up 1,716 tackles and 42 and a half sacks. It earned a pro bowl nod in 2015 and kept his run with a Super Bowl win in 55. NFL players and former teammates quickly shared their respect online. Baker Mayfield praised his leadership from their time together, while Max Crosby and Mike Evans hailed him as a future Hall of Famer. This news hits as the Buccaneers reshaped their roster, with Mike Evans now heading to the San Francisco 49ers. Coach Todd Bowles must find a way to replace David's defensive anchor. David's departure closes the key chapter for Tampa Bay, leaving behind a legacy of toughness that will challenge the team to rebuild

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