With one defensive star heading off into the sunset, the Los Angeles Rams are hoping a former All-Pro can revitalize his career in a new home. LA is signing cornerback Tre'Davious White to a one-year, $8.5 million contract that could reach a maximum value of $10 million, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
White spent seven seasons with the Buffalo Bills until they released him before the start of the new league year. Injuries have prevented him from logging much field time since 2022, but LA presents the 29-year-old with an opportunity to recapture his momentum.
In fact, White's time on the sidelines might have contributed to this pairing in some way. Rams doctor Neal ElAttrache operated on his torn Achilles, and the two spent plenty of time together during the rehab process. Health is clearly a top priority for the veteran CB, so having a doctor he already has rapport with is understandably valuable.
Although there is a high risk that White succumbs to injury again, this could be a sneaky NFL free agency signing that pays dividends for Los Angeles. With the organization bringing back Super Bowl 56 champion Darious Williams, the secondary could be quite intriguing going into next season.
The offense is loaded with high-impact players, but the Rams know that a strong defensive identity is essential if they are going to climb back to the top of the NFC.
Rams trying to quickly retool after Aaron Donald retirement
Although No. 99 did his damage on the edge, his retirement could at least partially explain LA's motives for scooping up Tre'Davious White. General manager Les Snead knows he cannot replace Aaron Donald, but having a premium pass rusher is a crucial ingredient to almost any good NFL recipe.
With the three-time Defensive Player of the Year's legendary career now officially complete, Snead could have a defensive tackle at the top of his draft board. The front office could see White as a solid option to hold down the fort at corner, assuming he can stay healthy of course, and direct its attention to solidifying the front-seven this April.
One can't discount the importance of a competent secondary, either, though. White fits in nicely with the Rams' current competitive trajectory, as he has played in big games before and knows the pressure that comes with a postseason atmosphere.
The two-time Pro Bowl selection has 18 interceptions, 68 passes defensed, five forced fumbles, 311 combined tackles and 12 tackles for loss in his career. He can be a valued voice in the locker room for a fairly young squad that is intent on contending for a title.
Guys like Matthew Stafford and Cooper Kupp have lifted the Lombardi Trophy once already, and with Sean McVay still at the helm, this franchise can feasibly force its way back into the mix. Doing so without Donald is tough to imagine right now, but this roster deserves its due. Perhaps Tre'Davious White can become a key member of a notable Rams' run in 2024-25.
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