Lavonte David Retires Tied for NFL's 6th-Most Tackles

0:00It's March 24th. This is NFL News Today, your AI-powered source for everything in FL. Levante David, the veteran linebacker who spent his entire 14-year NFL career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, announced his retirement today. He finishes tied with Hall of Famer Derrard Brooks for the franchise record in total tackles at 1,714, a mark that ranks. Sixth in league history. David also won Super Bowl LV and earned spots on all pro teams in the 2010s all-decade squad. Drafted in the second round out of Nebraska back in 2012, the Miami-Native started every one of his 215 games played. That puts him third in team history for appearances and starts. Over his career, he racked up 42.56, 14 interceptions, and led off-ball linebackers and forced fumbles since tracking began. Team owners, General Manager Jason Lichten had coached Todd Bowles, all praised David as a selfless leader and the heart of the defense.

1:00They highlighted his professionalism, community work, and respect from teammates and opponents alike. His impact goes far beyond the field, setting a high bar for Buccaneers players. David holds franchise records for tackles for loss, forced fumbles, and fumble recoveries. He stands with legends like Ray Lewis in combining massive tackle totals with sacks and takeaways. Since data tracking started, few matches disruption stats among linebackers. As Tampa Bay honors this Buccaneer through and through, David's Hall of Fame case looks strong, ensuring his influence lingers for years.