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New Tampa Bay Buccaneers outside linebacker Benton Whitley.
There was news of a Tampa Bay Buccaneers signing at edge rusher ahead of the Week 11 matchup with the Buffalo Bills.
Tampa Bay Times beat reporter Rick Stroud reported on the defensive flyer, informing: “Bucs add LB Benton Whitley to the practice squad.”
This roster move was also confirmed by the Buccaneers’ Communications department on X.
The Buccaneers rank tied for sixth in the NFL in sacks, but it’s not really due to any one player having a career year. More than anything else, credit goes to head coach Todd Bowles and his ability to create pressure utilizing different positions and players.
Whitley adds another potential rotational cog to the mix, although he’ll start out on the practice squad, as Stroud mentioned.
The 6-foot-4 Whitley has bounced around the league a bit after playing his college ball at Holy Cross. He accumulated 15.5 sacks in 43 appearances at Holy Cross.
Despite this, Whitley’s first career NFL sack has eluded him to this point.
Whitley started out his professional career with the Los Angeles Rams, but has also spent time with the Kansas City Chiefs, Minnesota Vikings, New York Giants, and Arizona Cardinals.
The edge rusher registered 2.5 preseason sacks with the Giants in 2024. In 6 regular season appearances with Minnesota and New York, Whitley logged 74 combined special teams snaps and 16 defensive snaps. His only recorded statistics are 1 fumble recovery and 1 pass breakup.
Now, Bowles and the Buccaneers will give Whitley a look ahead of the Week 11 matchup with the Bills.
By Owen Crisafulli | November 14, 2025
LOS ANGELES, CA — The Los Angeles Rams are about to be hit by a bombshell that could change the course of their season — and it has nothing to do with their play on the field. Alaric Jackson, the Rams’ key starting left tackle, has found himself embroiled in a scandal that’s sending shockwaves through the NFL. A lawsuit was filed on Thursday alleging Jackson secretly filmed a woman during a private encounter — and now the Rams are scrambling to address the potential fallout.
McVay’s Jaw-Dropping Response to Lawsuit
In an exclusive statement, Rams head coach Sean McVay revealed he was “shocked” by the legal drama surrounding Jackson, calling it “the most bizarre situation I’ve ever dealt with.” McVay, typically calm under pressure, couldn’t hide his concern as he told reporters: “This isn’t just a legal issue, this is personal. I can’t talk about everything, but this is something we’ve been forced to handle privately. Let’s just say, not everything is as it seems.” The comment left many wondering if there was more to this story than meets the eye.
Rams’ Star Tackle Under Fire — Will He Be Sidelined for Week 11?
Despite the lawsuit, McVay hinted that Jackson will still start in Week 11 against the Seattle Seahawks, one of the most important games of the season. But insiders suggest the decision might not be that simple. “If Jackson is distracted or this lawsuit affects him mentally, it could be catastrophic for the team,” an anonymous source close to the Rams told us. “Seattle’s defense could eat him alive if his head’s not in the game.”
Jackson, who signed a massive $57 million extension earlier this year, has been one of the league’s most reliable linemen, but this off-field mess raises serious questions about his future in Los Angeles. And fans are starting to wonder: will McVay’s faith in Jackson cost the Rams a chance at the playoffs?
The Truth Behind the Scandal — What We Know So Far
The lawsuit against Jackson alleges that he secretly filmed a woman during a private moment and later taunted her with the video. The incident comes just a year after Jackson was suspended for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy. Now, with this new bombshell, could Jackson face even more severe punishment? The NFL has remained tight-lipped, but rumors are swirling that the league may step in again — and Jackson’s future in the league could be on the line.
Is Alaric Jackson’s Career in Jeopardy?
Sources close to the situation claim Jackson is “absolutely shaken” by the legal battle and that his future with the Rams is uncertain. Will the team stick by their star lineman, or is this the beginning of the end for his career in Los Angeles?
The Rams have yet to make any further comments, but the situation continues to unfold. Could this scandal be the secret weapon Seattle needs to knock the Rams out of playoff contention?
The NFL world is watching. Stay tuned.