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DeWayne White (born October 19, 1979 in Marbury, Alabama) is a professional football player for the Detroit Lions of the National Football League. He entered the league as the Buccaneers top overall selection in the 2003 NFL Draft. Arguably the best player since joining the Buccaneers in 2003, White tied a team record by recording at least half-a-sack in six consecutive games in 2004. He has appeared in 44 career games with five starts. During the end of 2005 season he gained notoriety when he blocked a crucial field goal against the Atlanta Falcons, and then scored his first NFL touchdown the following week on a sack and fumble return against the New Orleans Saints. On March 3, 2007, White signed a 5-year, $29 million contract with the Lions.
