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Jordan Whitehead Fully Cleared to Return, Works Out for Colts and Texans

The medical sign-off from spine surgeon Alex Vaccaro reopens his NFL market, prompting teams to audition him as experienced depth while they assess neck-injury risk.

Sep 29, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Jordan Whitehead (3) against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • NFL Network reporter Mike Garafolo said Monday that spine surgeon Alex Vaccaro has fully cleared Jordan Whitehead to resume football after neck surgery.
  • Teams moved quickly: Whitehead has held workouts with the Indianapolis Colts and Houston Texans and is expected to meet with additional clubs for in-person evaluations.
  • Clubs view Whitehead primarily as a veteran depth piece rather than an automatic starter because of his recent medical history, with teams weighing safety room needs against long-term risk.
  • Whitehead fractured his neck in a car crash on Jan. 4, 2025, missed the 2025 season on the Buccaneers' non-football-injury list, and previously drew but did not convert interest after a partial clearance last July.
  • A 2018 fourth-round pick with a Super Bowl ring and 101 starts, Whitehead brings proven production and special-teams value while any contract talks will reflect medical caution and short-term roster fit.