As every NFL fan did Sunday, Bucs running back Rathard White appeared to have his eyes on the conference championship game. Whether he was excited about the Chiefs-Ravens, Lions-49ers game, or motivated by the Bucks’ own closeness to making the playoffs, White is working on his X and making some plans for his own future. Ta.
Gotta go bowl 💯 @ at least 1️⃣🙏🏾
— Chaad White 1️⃣ (@Chaad_1) January 28, 2024
Having the inspiration to reach the Super Bowl is a feeling every NFL player has. But it’s the second half of his post that shows how much he believes in himself. While this is by no means on the same level as the famous Joe Namath before Super Bowl III, it’s clear that Rashard White has enough confidence that he can one day play in a big game right away.
Rathard White improves significantly in second NFL season
Bucks RB Rathard White – Photo by Cliff Welch/PR
The 2023 season was a big one for Rashard White. It was his second year in the league, but his first as Tampa Bay’s full-time starting running back. White certainly improved as a player, coming very close to 1,000 rushing yards with his 990 rushing yards. He was also a big factor in the passing game, gaining 549 receiving yards and totaling 1,539 yards from scrimmage on the year. This was the fourth-most among all running backs.
where is rathard white saw a big improvement It was his ability to get to the end zone. He only scored one rushing touchdown as a rookie, but jumped to six in his second year. He also added three receiving scores, one more than last year. White also added a receiving touchdown in the Bucs’ final playoff game against the Lions, his first touchdown in three games of his playoff career.
Part of this has to do with the fact that Rathard White will get more minutes and more opportunities as a starter, but also the fact that he has to go out and do it. be. And he certainly did, showing great improvement throughout the season.
Can the Bucs be a Super Bowl contender?
White has plans to get to the Super Bowl, but he can’t do it all by himself. A lot of that will depend on the success of the Bucks and the core of that group.
Bucks RB Rathard White – Photo courtesy of USA Today
Tampa Bay is in for a very difficult offseason. They have the all-important goal of re-signing top players, including wide receiver Mike Evans, quarterback Baker Mayfield, free safety Antwon Winfield Jr., and inside linebacker Lavonte David. was already there.
Then, offensive coordinator Dave Canales took over the head coaching job with the Carolina Panthers, forcing Todd Bowles and the Bucs to spend a lot of time interviewing coaches. to find the next offensive coordinator. and play the caller.
The bright side of the situation for the Bucks is that the NFC South team is still likely to win, and winning the division title would guarantee them at least one home playoff game. Perhaps this time it will be even tougher. The Falcons just hired Raheem Morris as their next head coach, and Canales will likely try to get the best out of Bryce Young, much like he did with Seattle’s Geno Smith and Tampa Bay’s Mayfield. And like the Bucs, the Saints are also looking for a new offensive coordinator.
That being said, there is no guarantee that each of the Bucs’ NFC South opponents will improve with a new coach. Looking across the league, you could make a strong case that if you want your team to have the best chance of winning the division, going through the NFC South is the most likely route.
Another positive for the Bucks is the fact that they already have plenty of playoff experience despite being a relatively young team. Rashard White and his draft class appeared in three playoff games over two seasons. The Bucks have also gotten a lot of contributions from their rookies this year, which can only help them moving forward.
For Rashard White’s aspirations to come true over the next few seasons, a lot needs to go right for the Bucks over the next few months. At least he has the right belief that he and the Bucks can accomplish this goal.
