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Raiders LB Javin White named team's most exciting UDFA signing

May 18, 2020 by Raiders Wire Leave a Comment

Believe it or not, more than 30 percent of the NFL is made up of undrafted free agents. These are the players that almost always round out the bottom of the roster and contribute on special teams. But every now and then, a former undrafted free agent signing will climb the depth chart and will rise to stardom.

In a recent piece by Kristopher Knox of Bleacher Report, he broke down each team’s most exciting undrafted free-agent addition. For the Raiders, that was none other than UNLV linebacker Javin White, who could wind up making the team’s roster as a nickel linebacker. Here is a snippet of why Knox believes White has a chance to make the Raiders’ roster this season:

“As a former wideout and defensive back, White has the coverage instincts and ball skills to be a difference-maker either as a rotational linebacker or as a complement to Littleton. He should also add a competitive edge to the Raiders defense. Last season with UNLV, White amassed 79 tackles, 11 passes defended and three interceptions.”

White is an undersized linebacker who plays more like a safety. But given his coverage skills, he could find a role on passing downs covering running backs or tight ends.

However, in order for White to make the roster, he will need to contribute on special teams. If special teams’ coordinator Rich Bisaccia can find him a role, look for him to make the roster as he has. shown the talent worthy of playing in the NFL.

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