White surfaces in the episode as a cut-day figure, illustrating the Bills' QB depth and the uncertainty surrounding a likely Allen-centric offense. His presence frames a narrative of roster competition and the emotional toll of preseason decisions, hinting at possible situational considerations should Allen miss time.

Mike White competed with Trubisky for the QB2 spot but ultimately did not win Buffalo’s backup role, highlighting the depth-chart uncertainty at QB2 across the league.

White looms as the likely QB3 on the practice squad; Buechele’s performance didn’t fully answer the QB hierarchy, leaving White in a secure but watchful position behind the top two.

White split equal playing time with Trubisky, offering a glimpse at Bills’ QB depth. His second-half exposure hints at potential if Allen misses time, but the sample is too small to draw firm conclusions about Week 1 certainty.

Mike White served as the Bills’ contemporaneous quarterback in this preseason game, providing depth behind the starter. His presence on the field against Chicago highlights Buffalo’s QB depth and potential opportunities for White if injuries press the Bills’ Week 1 plan.