The Buffalo Bills have stunned fans with a nostalgic reunion, signing former All-Pro cornerback Tre’Davious White to a one-year, $6.8 million deal on April 17, 2025. Once the heart of their secondary, White’s return, reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter, has sparked a frenzy on X with #BillsMafia celebrating—though his “injury-prone” label raises questions.
White, a 2017 first-round pick, was a cornerstone for Bills coach Sean McDermott, earning Pro Bowl nods in 2019-2020 and All-Pro honors in 2019. His 18 career interceptions and 68 passes defended cemented his “Takeaway Tre” nickname. However, devastating injuries—an ACL tear in 2021 and an Achilles tear in 2023—limited him to 23 of 51 games from 2021-2023, earning the “injury-prone” tag.
“White’s back! This is huge for our culture,” tweeted BillsMafia fan @BuffaloFanatic. “But can he stay healthy? That’s the million-dollar question.”
After being cut by Bills in March 2024 to save $10.2 million in cap space, White struggled with the Rams (4 games, 147.8 passer rating allowed) and played a rotational role for the Ravens (11 games, 22 tackles) in 2024. Despite his diminished play, McDermott and GM Brandon Beane see a chance for redemption.
“We told Tre this move doesn’t close the door,” Beane said last year. “He’s a Bill at heart, and we believe he’s got something left.”
The Bills’ secondary, ranked second-worst in coverage (37.7 PFF grade) in 2024, needs veteran leadership alongside Christian Benford and recent signee James Bradberry. White, 30, could compete for CB2 or play nickel, leveraging his familiarity with McDermott’s zone-heavy scheme to mentor young corners like Kaiir Elam.
Skeptics, however, point to White’s injury history and recent struggles. X posts call him “washed,” citing his 2024 penalties and coverage lapses. Yet, supporters argue his low-risk deal and past chemistry with Josh Allen’s squad make him a worthwhile gamble for a Super Bowl push against the Chiefs.
As Buffalo reloads for 2025, White’s return is a high-stakes bet on resilience. Will “Takeaway Tre” reclaim his All-Pro form, or will injuries define his comeback? Follow The Sporting News on WhatsApp for updates.
