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Lavonte David in Hall of Fame Company | Data Crunch With his final performance of the 2025 season, Lavonte David joined Hall of Famers Ray Lewis and Brian Urlacher on a short list of players w...

1 DAY AGO • BUCCANEERS.COM

Lavonte David broke his silence about retirement rumors after Buccaneers' Week 18 win The Tampa Bay Buccaneers did their part on Saturday. To keep their playoff chances alive, they needed to defeat the Carolina Panthers. It wa...

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Lavonte David's Speech Following Victory vs. Panthers | Victory Sound Watch as Tampa Bay Buccaneers Linebacker Lavonte David addresses the team in the locker room following the Bucs' 16-14 victory against the C...

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Lavonte David Etches His Name in Franchise History Against Panthers In Week 18, Buccaneers’ linebacker Lavonte David tied Derrick Brooks as Tampa Bay’s all-time leading tackler per Statspass records

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Lavonte David's Speech Following Victory vs. Panthers | Victory Sound | Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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Lavonte David on Tying Derrick Brooks' Record | Press Conference Tampa Bay Buccaneers Linebacker Lavonte David spoke to the media after the Bucs' 16-14 victory against the Carolina Panthers in Week 18 of t...

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Lavonte David on Tying Derrick Brooks' Record | Press Conference | Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Lavonte David Recovers Fumble | Panthers vs. Bucs Highlights LB Lavonte David recovers a fumble against the Carolina Panthers in Week 18 of the 2025 NFL season.

3 DAYS AGO • BUCCANEERS.COM

Lavonte David set to make history in potential final career game for Buccaneers Lavonte David has enjoyed a historic 14-year career for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and it's finally coming to a close. The 35-year-old is far...

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Legendary Buccaneers play-by-play announcer to retire after 2025 season There has been much speculation about iconic Tampa Bay Buccaneers figures who won’t return after the 2025 season. Lavonte David is expected...

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Buccaneers are still in the race for the NFC South title despite an eighth loss in 10 games

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DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David delivered a speech to his teammates in the locker room following Sunday’s 20-17 loss to the Miami Dolphins

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

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DECEMBER 26, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

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Resting Wednesday David (rest) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact David is not listed with the knee injury he overcame before the Week 16 Sunday loss to the Panthers, but the veteran linebacker had an easier day as he rests for Sunday's matchup with the Dolphins. The 35-year-old will likely upgrade to a full participant by Friday, but regardless of his Week 17 practice status, he will probably suit up for Sunday's game barring any sudden injury.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs double-digit tackles in loss David posted 10 tackles (six solo), including 1.0 sacks, during Tampa Bay's loss versus the Panthers on Sunday.

Impact David was dominant in the loss, leading the Buccaneers in tackles in addition to recording one of the team's two sacks of Bryce Young. The 35-year-old continues to have a strong season, as he's now compiled 105 tackles (54 solo), including 3.5 sacks, and an interception across 15 games played.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lavonte David, Graham Barton & More on Game vs. CAR | Press Conferences Hear from Tampa Bay Buccaneers OLB Jason Pierre-Paul, LB Lavonte David, C Graham Barton, CB Jamel Dean & T Luke Goedeke as they speak to the...

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Is Lavonte David playing today? Latest injury update for Week 16 vs. Panthers It is not hyperbolic to state that it is all on the line for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this Sunday afternoon against the NFC South rival Caro...

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • THEPEWTERPLANK.COM

Cleared after limited practice David (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Panthers.

Impact David practiced in limited fashion Thursday and Friday after sitting out Wednesday. He avoided an injury designation despite the light practice participation and is likely to handle another heavy workload in Sunday's battle for first place in the NFC South after playing every defensive snap in each of the previous three games.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs limited practice David (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact David couldn't practice Wednesday, but he appears to be trending further in the right direction for Sunday's game against the Panthers. The veteran linebacker has played 100 percent of defensive snaps in three consecutive contests. He'll have one more chance to upgrade to full practice reps Friday.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

5 linebackers the Buccaneers could target to replace Lavonte David in 2026 NFL Draft Last offseason, many viewed inside linebacker as one of the most pressing needs for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Lavonte David was entering wha...

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • THEPEWTERPLANK.COM

Slowed by knee injury David (knee) did not practice Wednesday.

Impact David had a big impact in Tampa Bay's Week 15 loss to the Falcons, though the fact that he was sidelined nearly a week later is concerning. His status for Sunday's pivotal divisional matchup against the Panthers is unclear.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Does it all in Week 15 David tallied six total tackles (three solo), one pass defensed and one forced fumble in Thursday's 29-28 loss to the Falcons.

Impact The 35-year-old linebacker forced a fumble on Darnell Mooney in the fourth quarter of Thursday's loss, but the Buccaneers were unable to recover. David remains an integral part of Tampa Bay's defense, recording a team-leading 95 total tackles, including 2.5 sacks, three passes defensed, with one interception, and two forced fumbles across 14 appearances this season. He's expected to operate as the team's top inside linebacker in the Week 16 matchup against the Panthers.

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles says he's earned the right to return in 2026

Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers beat the Panthers 16-14, stay alive in chase for NFC South title

Buccaneers are still in the race for the NFC South title despite an eighth loss in 10 games

Tampa Bay's playoff chances are growing slimmer, but still alive despite fourth straight loss

2026 NFL Mock Draft: Mendoza and Moore Go Top Two; Simpson to Steelers