Lavonte David - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

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.

1 DAY AGO • 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.

2 DAYS AGO • 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...

4 DAYS AGO • 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...

4 DAYS AGO • 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.

6 DAYS AGO • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • ROTOWIRE

2026 NFL Mock Draft: Buccaneers find pass rush help, and a Lavonte David replacement For the third straight season, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers fell into a miserable midseason slump. Whether they can pull themselves out in time...

DECEMBER 13 • THEPEWTERPLANK.COM

Lavonte David, Tristan Wirfs & More on TNF | Press Conferences | Tampa Bay Buccaneers

DECEMBER 12 • YOUTUBE

Lavonte David a Finalist for Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award, Baker Mayfield's Mobility and Bijan Robinson's Prowess | Bucs Blitz A look at the previous week, including Lavonte David being named one-of-eight finalists for the prestigious Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award,...

DECEMBER 10 • BUCCANEERS.COM

It's clear what Bucs must do with Lavonte David after brutal play vs. Saints The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are still trying to figure out a defensive infrastructure that works as they make a push for the 2025-26 postseason...

DECEMBER 7 • THEPEWTERPLANK.COM

Six stops in win David compiled six total tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Cardinals.

Impact David fourth on the team in takedowns in Week 13, securing at least six stops for the second straight game and seventh time in his last eight contests overall. The 35-year-old is now just 16 tackles short of posting the 12th campaign of his career with 100-plus takedowns.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Despite win over Cardinals, Buccaneers have to play better to be a playoff team

The offense was sluggish

DECEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Bucs' My Cause My Cleats Initiatives, Lavonte David a Nominee for Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award and More | Bucs Blitz A look at updates from the previous week, including Buccaneers’ initiatives in the My Cause My Cleats campaign and Lavonte David being nomin...

NOVEMBER 26 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Registers eight tackles in loss David recorded eight total tackles (four solo) in Sunday night's 34-7 loss to the Rams.

Impact David was busy like usual in Week 12, tying safety Antoine Winfield for the team lead in tackles. The linebacker has now registered at least eight takedowns on six different occasions this year. David is up to 78 total tackles (38 solo), including 2.5 sacks, while also adding an interception, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery over 11 games this season.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Zyon McCollum, Cade Otton & More on Game vs. LA | Press Conferences Hear from Tampa Bay Buccaneers CB Zyon McCollum, LB Lavonte David & TE Cade Otton as they speak to the media following the Bucs' game agains...

NOVEMBER 24 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Zyon McCollum, Cade Otton & More on Game in LA | Press Conferences | Tampa Bay Buccaneers

NOVEMBER 24 • YOUTUBE

Limited production Week 11 David logged four tackles (three solo) and one forced fumble during the Buccaneers' 44-32 loss to the Bills on Sunday.

Impact David played every single defensive snap for a second straight game (and sixth time of the season), but his four stops were his third-lowest of the 2025 campaign. The veteran linebacker is up to 70 combined stops through 10 regular-season games, and despite his low tackling output Sunday, he is on track to record 100-plus tackles for a fourth consecutive season, which would be the 12th time he's done so in his NFL career.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Sean Tucker & Lavonte David Talk Game vs. Bills | Press Conferences Hear from Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Sean Tucker & LB Lavonte David as they speak to the media following the Bucs' game against the Buffalo Bil...

NOVEMBER 16 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Sean Tucker & Lavonte David Talk Game vs. Bills | Press Conferences | Tampa Bay Buccaneers

NOVEMBER 16 • YOUTUBE

Is safety Tykee Smith the Bucs' most valuable player on defense? The second-year defensive back is filling up the stat sheet and drawing comparisons to Antoine Winfield Jr. and Lavonte David.

NOVEMBER 15 • TAMPABAY.COM

Todd Bowles Talks Updates Ahead of Buffalo | Press Conference Tampa Bay Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles spoke with the media following Friday's Week 11 practice. Coach Bowles provided updates on playe...

NOVEMBER 14 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Paces team in tackles again David supplied nine tackles (six solo) in the Buccaneers' 28-23 loss to the Patriots on Sunday.

Impact David paced the Buccaneers in tackles for a second straight game after also setting the pace in the Week 8 win over the Saints before the bye. The veteran linebacker has consistently shaken off a lingering knee issue this season to play up to his usual standards, posting at least six tackles in five straight games and accruing 66 stops (31 solo), including 2.5 sacks, two passes defensed, including one interception and one fumble recovery over nine contests.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

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Despite win over Cardinals, Buccaneers have to play better to be a playoff team