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Devin White Comments On Playing In The Fiesta Bowl & His Upcoming NFL Draft Decision

by Staff Reporter

December 7, 201868 Comments

Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

LSU linebacker Devin White joined "Off the Bench" on 104.5 ESPN Friday morning and talked about his decision to play in the Fiesta Bowl instead of skipping it to prepare for the NFL Draft.

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"It wasn't a tough choice at all," White said. "Everybody thinks I'm going to the NFL but I'm really all the way in at LSU and I haven't even started making a decision yet. If I was to say I wasn't playing, that means I've made a decision."

"I want to finish the season and end on a good note. Then I want to start talking to my family to make a decision. But right now I'm focused on passing my finals and getting ready for the bowl prep."

The Butkus Award winner also was asked about his upcoming decision about the NFL Draft. White is expected to be a top pick in the draft but said he is not going to rush his decision until after the Fiesta Bowl.

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"I might give it a week or so (after the Fiesta Bowl) because I'm not in a rush," White said.

"I'm happy where I'm at. I love the state of Louisiana. I love all my coaches, all my friends, and family around here. I love my teammates. So, I'm not in a rush. I just need to talk to whoever I need to talk to. I need to ask Coach O what I need to look for, my pros and my cons. At the end of the day, I'm not out. I'm still at LSU, and it'll be an easy decision because I've got the right people around me to help me make it. So It's not like I'm some 20-year old kid making this decision by myself. I have a lot of great people around me that are going to help me make it."

You can listen to the full interview here.

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CaptainJ47•65 months

Please come back! Unfinished business! But honestly likely foolish to do so unfortunately.

Jcorye1•65 months

I can admire his dedication, but for someone slotted in the upper half of the first round it is not the best move for him.

LSU Patrick•65 months

Whatever he decides is the best move for him.

pellietigersaint•65 months

what move? he hasn't made one. he's honoring his commitment as of now. stop

Solo Cam•65 months

Was it a bad move for Peyton Manning?

jptiger2009•65 months

Can we just all consider this guy the King of Louisiana?

SomeLSUguy•65 months

I agree! Let's have a parade for him and put him on a float, make him Mayor, Head Coach... hell, lets replace the pelican on the flag with DW's face!

Jizzy08•65 months

It’s not always about money and Devin seems to understand that. Whatever he decides, Tiger Nation will support.

SoulGlo•65 months

Yep. You can't buy that experience. Once you decide to pass it up you can't go back.

shifty94•65 months

Those are some great responses there.

LZ83•65 months

Stand up dude

Hester Carries•65 months

"Focused on my finals" This kid could run for office one day.

Walt OReilly•65 months

I’d vote for him.

SoulGlo•65 months

THAT is a MAN.

225Tyga•65 months

#GetLive40oneMoreYear Unfinished Business #Heisman2019

tigbit•65 months

He never ceases to impress me. If I were a pro coach, I would want this guy on my team.

TigerFan55555•65 months

talked to his family before and after the TAMU game, he is definately going in the draft, i could sense his family is pressuring him very hard... the really sad thing is, (and I have nothing to base this on but my gut) I dont think he is ready to leave. I think he is comfortable in the college life, and has things where he wants them in life right now... and I can relate to that... I know that he will turn pro, as he should. Im just happy that he represents LSU in a first class manor and plays his heart out for his team... I tell you this much, he is now tied for my favorite tiger of all time... with Jarvis Landry... Quiet, not boisterous, respected, feared by many...

tigerfoot•65 months

I met a bunch of his family. The vibe I got was the same as yours.

Stingy•65 months

Smart man...but take the money and run run run.

jimbeam•65 months

God I love him.

tigerfoot•65 months

Way to go about it young man But you really should head out.

Tigrdynasty•65 months

This. The human body has a finite window in which to perform at it's highest level. Go get dem $'s boy!

rrboy•65 months

DW is as impressive off the field as he is on the field. I wish more athletes had his attitude.

Disgeaux Bob•65 months

Kid knows how to take care of his business.

G I Jeaux•65 months

Man has his stuff together.

BayouBengal99•65 months

Which NFL team wouldn't want this guy?? He's a super Athlete playing LB. he could also carry the ball for you and play on STs if you needed him to do so. He would do it without question and do it at a high level.

TigerSpray•65 months

Bama Palma Payton and the saints will pass on him every time.

voodooidotwo•65 months

Take note Greedy, this is what a dedicated Tiger does.

Keeble9145•65 months

Stfu

G I Jeaux•65 months

this is called a TEAMMATE

voodooidotwo•65 months

I can't understand how everyone is telling him to take the money and run. Sure, the money would be great but God forbid an injury happens destroying his career. At least he would have a college degree after one more year.

txtiger21•65 months

The nfl draft guarantees him more money than 10 careers with that degree.

BigTimer23•65 months

This is preposterous. Not only will he make exponentially more money in the NFL than simply utilizing a degree in Sports Administration, but he can always go back to school and finish his degree regardless. His time to get paid to play football, on the other hand, is very finite

voodooidotwo•65 months

Unless an injury in his first year. It’s happened before and it will happen again.

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