Former Pitt star Jordan Whitehead could be returning to NFL

Former Pitt star safety Jordan Whitehead could be making a return to the NFL.

NFL Insider Mike Garafolo is reporting that Whitehead has been fully cleared to resume his NFL after undergoing neck surgery. Garafolo went on to report that Whitehead has had workouts with both the Houston Texans and the Indianapolis Colts.

Back in January of 2025, Whitehead was involved in a car accident while driving to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers practice facility. Whitehead crashed into a truck and was cited for careless driving. Whitehead suffered a cervical fracture which led him to be placed on the non-football injury list and ending his 2025 season.

The 29-year-old was a 4th round pick of Tampa Bay back in 2018. After playing out his 4-year rookie contract, Whitehead signed a two-year, $14.5 million contract with the NY Jets.

Following that deal, Whitehead returned to Tampa Bay on a two-year contract, although the Bucs cut him after just one season.

Whitehead has played in 105 career games, recording 557 tackles, 11 interceptions, 2.5 sacks and 2 fumble recoveries.

Whitehead has earned $26.6 million in total over his NFL career.