Sheldon White is handling his departure from the Lions with the same grace and professionalism he exhibited in a relationship with the franchise that spanned more than a quarter century as a player, scout and front-office executive.
White was relieved of his duties Thursday just short of three months since being promoted to interim general manager in what at the time was the beginning of a sweeping overhaul of the front office.
White confirmed his status in a text message, in which he spoke highly of the team’s ownership and front office.
White said in the statement:
“I want to thank the Ford family for allowing me to work with the Detroit Lions for 19 years.