It’s a tricky name right here between David and extensive receiver Mike Evans, since they’re each principally the identical participant for his or her respective sides of the ball. However whereas Evans has lastly began to get his well-deserved flowers over the previous few seasons, David stays simply one of the vital underrated gamers of his era throughout the complete league. Even at 33 years outdated final yr, David was at all times the Bucs’ greatest defender on the sphere, and nonetheless the most effective linebackers within the NFL. His presence as each an on-field playmaker in each state of affairs (run, move, blitz) and a revered chief within the locker room makes him invaluable to the Bucs. With some key departures on protection this offseason (Shaq Barrett, Carlton Davis III, Devin White), David’s dependable presence will likely be much more important to Tampa Bay’s success in 2024. – Luke Easterling, Bucs Wire