Devodric Bynum

Devodyric Bynum (born May 8, 1999) is an American professional football defensive back for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He played college football at UAB.

Early life Devodyric Bynum was born on May 8, 1999. He grew up in a single-parent home in Dallas, Texas, with his mother and grandparents. He played high school football at Lincoln High School in Dallas. As a senior in 2016, Bynum recorded 507 receiving yards, seven receiving touchdowns, 15 rushes for 200 yards and five touchdowns, 62 tackles, two interceptions, one forced fumble, and six combined kick/punt return touchdowns.

Bynum played at Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College in 2018 as a free safety and returned one interception 76 yards for a touchdown. In 2020, Bynum was arrested and charged with third-degree domestic violence. Bynum appeared in all nine games during the COVID-19 shortened 2020 season, totaling 12 solo tackles, three assisted tackles, and four pass breakups.

Professional career

Edmonton Elks Bynum went undrafted in the 2023 NFL draft. He signed with the Edmonton Elks of the Canadian Football League (CFL) in January 2024. He was moved to the practice roster on June 12, promoted to the active roster on June 20, moved back to the practice roster on July 13, and promoted to the active roster again on August 2, 2024. Bynum played in 14 games, all starts, for the Elks during the 2024 season, recording 23 defensive tackles, five interceptions for 58 yards, four pass breakups, one forced fumble, four punt returns for 36 yards, and one kickoff return for 14 yards. He became a free agent upon the expiry of his contract on February 10, 2026.

Calgary Stampeders On February 10, 2026, it was announced that Bynum had signed with the Calgary Stampeders. He was released on May 29.

Hamilton Tiger-Cats On May 31, 2026, Bynum signed with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.

Personal life Bynum's daughter was only one pound at birth. Bynum became baptised afterward, stating "she was in an incubator, I would go to the hospital after practice, long days, my faith grew." She later became heathy.