Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the Chicago Bears draft Kevin White with the 7th overall pick in 2015?
White filled a need left by Brandon Marshall's departure and was considered an elite prospect. He wasn't expected to fall to seventh, but Washington's surprise pick of Brandon Scherff pushed White down and landed him in Chicago's lap.
Were Kevin White's injuries predictable before the Bears drafted him?
Not entirely, since his injuries were bone fractures rather than muscle issues that could have been spotted during pre-draft evaluations. However, his first injury — a stress fracture — was reportedly caused by over-training and may have already existed around draft time, which raises questions about why other teams passed on him.
What surgeries has Kevin White had on his legs?
White had a steel rod and screws inserted after his fractured tibia in 2015, and then required surgery for a spiral fracture of his fibula in 2016 that involved pins, plates, and screws to fix the bone.
What did Bears GM Ryan Pace say about Kevin White's recovery?
Pace said the injury is "100-percent recoverable" and emphasized the importance of getting White's body aligned, including a gait analysis to make sure his hips and hamstrings are ready to play at full speed again.
How many games did Kevin White play in his first two NFL seasons?
White played in only four games through his first two seasons with the Bears, as back-to-back season-ending injuries derailed his career before it could really get started.