Jordan Whitehead cleared to return to NFL after surgery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 8:35 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Jordan Whitehead, former safety for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, has been medically cleared to resume his NFL career following neck surgery. The clearance was granted by surgeon Alex Vaccaro, associated with the Philadelphia Eagles. Whitehead has already worked out for the Indianapolis Colts and Houston Texans as he seeks a new opportunity. He played five of his first seven seasons with the Buccaneers, including their Super Bowl-winning campaign in 2020. His most recent performance showed 57 tackles and three pass breakups in 2024, although inconsistencies in coverage were noted. Whitehead is expected to meet with additional teams moving forward.
- •Jordan Whitehead cleared for NFL return after neck surgery.
- •Worked out for Indianapolis Colts and Houston Texans.
- •Spent five seasons with Tampa Bay, including a Super Bowl win.
- •Recorded 57 tackles and three pass breakups in 2024.
- •Expected to meet with additional teams for workouts.
- 8:35 PMYahoo Sports — Former Bucs defender gets medically cleared for a return to the NFL
"Former Bucs safety Jordan Whitehead has been cleared after neck surgery and has already worked out for multiple NFL teams.
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