Fantasy Player Profile Jordan Whitehead
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JordanWhitehead
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JordanWhitehead
- College: PittsburghHeight: 70" Weight: 198lbDOB: 03-18-1997 Exp: 6
Year Total Pos Rk '22 85.50 42 '21 79.50 51 '20 79.50 32 '19 72.50 33
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@NE: #20 vs opposing DB - 27.09 FPA
| Bye Week7 | Rank18 | % Rostered- | % Change- | WK 17 Pts7.00 | WK 18 Pts0.00 |
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| Wk | Opp | Results | Pts |
| 1 | BUF | 10.50 | |
| 2 | @DAL | 8.00 | |
| 3 | NE | 10.50 | |
| 4 | KC | 3.00 | |
| 5 | @DEN | 2.50 | |
| 6 | PHI | 5.00 | |
| 7 | Bye | 0.00 | |
| 8 | @NYG | 7.00 | |
| 9 | LAC | 5.00 | |
| 10 | @LV | 9.50 | |
| 11 | @BUF | 7.50 | |
| 12 | MIA | 5.50 | |
| 13 | ATL | 5.50 | |
| 14 | HOU | 2.00 | |
| 15 | @MIA | 7.00 | |
| 16 | WAS | 3.50 | |
| 17 | @CLE | 7.00 | |
| 18 | @NE | 0.00 |
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| Wk | Opp | Tot | Sck | Int | Frc Fum | Fum Rec | Pts |
| 1 | BUF, | 1 | - | 3 | - | - | 10.50 |
| 2 | @DAL, | 7 | - | - | - | - | 8.00 |
| 3 | NE, | 9 | - | - | - | - | 10.50 |
| 4 | KC, | 2 | - | - | - | - | 3.00 |
| 5 | @DEN, | 2 | - | - | - | - | 2.50 |
| 6 | PHI, | 3 | - | - | - | - | 5.00 |
| 7 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | @NYG, | 4 | - | - | - | - | 7.00 |
| 9 | LAC, | 4 | - | - | - | - | 5.00 |
| 10 | @LV, | 4 | - | 1 | - | - | 9.50 |
| 11 | @BUF, | 6 | - | - | - | - | 7.50 |
| 12 | MIA, | 5 | - | - | - | - | 5.50 |
| 13 | ATL, | 5 | - | - | - | - | 5.50 |
| 14 | HOU, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 2.00 |
| 15 | @MIA, | 5 | - | - | - | - | 7.00 |
| 16 | WAS, | 1 | 0.5 | - | - | - | 3.50 |
| 17 | @CLE, | 6 | - | - | - | - | 7.00 |
| 18 | @NE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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Reunites with Bucs
Whitehead (calf) has agreed to a two-year, $9 million contract with the Buccaneers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Whitehead spent his first four seasons in Tampa Bay before a two-year stint with the Jets. He didn't miss a game in New York, compiling 186 tackles in 34 appearances. Whitehead exited the 2023 season finale with a calf injury, but he's expected to be healthy once the Buccaneers resume team activities and can be tentatively penciled in as their starting strong safety for 2024.
Published: Wed, Mar 13 at 10:54am by Rotowire.com
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Three tackles shy of 100 in 2023
Whitehead (calf) finished the 2023 season with 97 tackles (65 solo) and four interceptions among his nine passes defensed.
Analysis: Whitehead picked off Josh Allen three times in Week 1, and while he notched only one interception the rest of the season, the starting strong safety was a key contributor in the Jets' elite secondary. He set new career highs in tackles and passes defensed while appearing in all 17 games, though Whitehead exited the season finale due to a calf injury. Once the calf is healed, Whitehead will likely generate plenty of interest as a free agent, with the Jets among his potential suitors.
Published: Sun, Jan 14 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Leaves with injury
Whitehead (calf) exited Sunday's game against the Patriots and is doubtful to return, Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Whitehead's early departure will leave the Jets with little depth at safety. In his absence, Ashtyn Davis will likely take over at strong safety. Whitehead recorded no statistics prior to his exit and will finish the 2023 season with 97 tackles, nine pass breakups, four interceptions and one half-sack over 17 appearances.
Published: Sun, Jan 7 at 12:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts solid tackle numbers
Whitehead recorded eight tackles (six solo) in Thursday's 37-20 loss at Cleveland.
Analysis: Whitehead managed his seventh game with eight-plus tackles this season in Week 17, bringing him within just three total tackles of his first 100-tackle year as a pro. He'll look to get to that milestone in New England in Week 18.
Published: Sun, Dec 31 at 8:15am by Rotowire.com
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Will play Sunday
Whitehead (knee) is active ahead of Sunday's game against the Commanders.
Analysis: After a week of limited practice sessions, Whitehead will play through his knee issue in Week 16. The 26-year-old safety has been having the best season of his career through 14 games, logging 84 total tackles, nine pass deflections and four interceptions. He's expected to start alongside Tony Adams in the Jets' secondary Sunday.
Published: Sun, Dec 24 at 8:51am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Week 16
Whitehead (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Commanders.
Analysis: Whitehead was limited in all three of the Jets' practices during the week. If Whitehead's unable to play Sunday, Ashtyn Davis would likely see additional playing time at safety.
Published: Fri, Dec 22 at 12:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Approaching career high in tackles
Whitehead had eight tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 30-0 loss to the Dolphins.
Analysis: Whitehead was the leading tackler for the Jets in the lopsided loss. He needs five tackles to tie last season's career high of 89, and Whitehead has already tied his career high with nine passes defensed, including a career-best four interceptions.
Published: Mon, Dec 18 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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Nine tackles in Week 11 loss
Whitehead recorded nine tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 32-6 loss to Buffalo.
Analysis: Whitehead has notched exactly nine tackles in consecutive games, giving him at least that many in four of 10 appearances this season. The starting strong safety found less success in this rematch after intercepting Josh Allen three times when these AFC East rivals met in Week 1.
Published: Mon, Nov 20 at 9:15am by Rotowire.com
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Gets fourth interception
Whitehead had nine tackles (four solo) and an interception in Sunday's 16-12 loss to the Raiders.
Analysis: Whitehead managed six yards on his interception return. It was his fourth interception of the season. The first three all came against Josh Allen in Week 1, and Whitehead will face Allen's Bills again in Week 11. The starting strong safety also came one tackle shy of his season high in the Week 10 loss.
Published: Mon, Nov 13 at 10:42am by Rotowire.com
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Nine solo tackles in loss
Whitehead had 10 tackles (nine solo) in Sunday's 15-10 loss to the Patriots.
Analysis: Whitehead tied C.J. Mosley in total tackles on a day where the defense was able to limit Mac Jones and the Patriots' offense to 13 points. Whitehead is now up to 21 tackles in three games and will have his hands full in Week 4 as the Jets welcome Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs on Sunday night.
Published: Mon, Sep 25 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads team with nine tackles
Whitehead had nine tackles (seven solo), including one tackle for loss, in Sunday's 30-10 loss to Dallas.
Analysis: After notching three interceptions in Week 1, Whitehead was the Jets' leading tackler in Week 2. The 26-year-old safety is off to a strong start in his second season with the Jets and sixth NFL campaign overall.
Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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Picks off Allen thrice
Whitehead recorded three interceptions to go with two tackles (one solo) in Monday's 22-16 overtime win over the Bills.
Analysis: Whitehead didn't have more than two interceptions in any of his first five NFL seasons, but he has already surpassed that total just one game into the 2023 campaign after picking off Josh Allen three times. Known primarily for his tackling, Whitehead could make New York's impressive secondary even more fearsome if his newfound ballhawking continues.
Published: Tue, Sep 12 at 1:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Career-best 89 tackles in 2022
Whitehead totaled a career-high 89 tackles (58 solo) to go with two interceptions and eight passes defensed in 2022.
Analysis: The physical safety played in all 17 games in his first season with the Jets, and he was a key cog in one of the league's stingiest secondaries. Whitehead has one more year left on his contract, so he's expected to reprise the starting strong safety role for Gang Green in 2023.
Published: Wed, Jan 11 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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Will play Sunday
Whitehead (hamstring) is active Sunday against the Dolphins, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Whitehead appeared on the team's injury report Wednesday and closed out the week with limited practices. The fifth-year safety's ability to suit up should be a boon for the team's secondary and also help them play spoiler to the Dolphins' playoff chances.
Published: Sun, Jan 8 at 8:54am by Rotowire.com
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Availability up in the air Week 18
Whitehead (hamstring) is considered questionable to play Sunday against the Dolphins.
Analysis: Whitehead popped up on Wednesday's injury report with a hamstring injury, which left him limited for each practice leading up to Sunday's regular-season finale. The fifth-year safety has recorded a career-high 85 tackles, seven passes defended and two interceptions across 16 games this season. With fellow starter Lamarcus Joyner (hip) already ruled out and Ashtyn Davis (ankle) questionable to play, it will be worth monitoring Whitehead's status on the Jets' final inactives list released 90…read more
Published: Fri, Jan 6 at 8:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Huge outing in tight loss
Whitehead recorded 11 tackles (eight solo) and one pass defended in Sunday's 27-22 defeat against the Vikings.
Analysis: Whitehead notched his best all-around performance of the season, posting his seventh pass defended of 2022 while also eclipsing double-digit tackles for the first time. The starting strong safety is now tied for third on the Jets in passes defended and second in tackles (68), though he still sits far behind cornerback Sauce Gardner (15) and leading tackler C.J. Mosley (116) in these respective categories. Nevertheless, Whitehead figures to play an important role against both the pass and the…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 6 at 7:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Slated to play Sunday
Whitehead (calf) is expected to play Sunday against the Bengals, Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Whitehead played 100 percent of the team's defensive snaps Week 2 against the Browns with what is presumably the same injury, as he also logged back-to-back limited practice sessions on both Wednesday and Thursday. His ability to practice in full Friday suggests he'll once again play a key role in the Jets' secondary for Sunday's game against the Bengals.
Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 8:52am by Rotowire.com
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Logs full practice Friday
Whitehead (calf) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals, but he's expected to play, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Whitehead logged back-to-back limited practices before being a full participant Friday. He presumably dealt with the same calf issue before Week 2 but still ended up playing every single defensive snap. During his first two games with his new team, Whitehead has registered 12 tackles and one pass defense across 117 defensive snaps.
Published: Fri, Sep 23 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice Wednesday
Whitehead (calf) was limited at practice Wednesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Whitehead was also limited ahead of Week 2 with what was presumably the same injury, so there's good reason to believe he'll be available for Sunday's game versus Cincinnati. If for some reason he can't go in Week 3, Ashtyn Davis would likely replace him as the starter alongside Lamarcus Joyner at safety.
Published: Wed, Sep 21 at 1:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Will play against Browns
Whitehead (ankle) is active Sunday against Cleveland.
Analysis: Whitehead logged five tackles across 52 snaps on defense in the season opener, and he'll again suit up as the starting strong safety despite spending some time on the injury report this week.
Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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Iffy for Sunday
Whitehead (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's contest against the Browns, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Whitehead didn't practice Wednesday but upgraded to a limited participant Thursday and was a full-go Friday. The 2018 fourth-round appears to be trending in the right direction for Week 2, and if available, he'll likely garner another sizable role after totaling five tackles and one pass defense during his Jets debut last Sunday.
Published: Fri, Sep 16 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Trying to play Sunday
Whitehead (ankle) will try to play in Sunday's game against the Browns, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: Whitehead missed practice with an ankle injury Wednesday but returned in a limited capacity Thursday. He'll likely need to log a full practice session Friday if he hopes to avoid the Jets' Week 2 injury report, but he certainly appears to be trending in the right direction ahead of the matchup against Cleveland.
Published: Fri, Sep 16 at 7:48am by Rotowire.com
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Back in limited fashion
Whitehead (ankle) was listed as a limited participant on the Jets' injury report Thursday.
Analysis: Whitehead sat out practice Wednesday while dealing with an ankle injury, so his limited participation is an encouraging sign for his availability heading into Sunday's matchup against the Browns. The 25-year-old safety amassed five tackles (four solo) and one pass defensed during the Jets' season opener against the Ravens. Expect Friday's practice/injury report to provide a better indication of whether Whitehead will be able to suit up in Week 2.
Published: Thu, Sep 15 at 3:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with ankle issue
Whitehead (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday and is uncertain to play in Sunday's matchup against the Browns, Al Iannazzone of Newsday reports.
Analysis: Whitehead signed a two-year deal with the Jets this offseason after spending the first four years of his career in Tampa Bay. He played 52 defensive snaps during Week 1 and recorded five tackles and one pass defense. The severity of the issue remains unclear, but his potential absence would be a big blow to the Jets secondary.
Published: Wed, Sep 14 at 9:18am by Rotowire.com
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Signs with Jets
Whitehead agreed to a two-year deal with the Jets on Tuesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Whitehead appeared in 14 games for the Buccaneers last season and recorded 73 tackles (58 solo), eight pass deflections, two interceptions and one forced fumble. He joins recently signed D.J. Reed in a revamped secondary that is also expected to get Lamarcus Joyner back following a lost season due to a triceps injury.
Published: Tue, Mar 15 at 1:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Strong postseason-opening effort
Whitehead, who recorded six tackles (all solo), including two for loss, during the Buccaneers 31-15 wild-card win over the Eagles on Sunday, finished the 2021 regular season with 73 tackles (58 solo), two interceptions, eight defensed passes overall and a forced fumble over 14 games.
Analysis: Whitehead did allow a career-high 62.2 percent completion rate when in primary coverage, but he once again put together what would be considered a solid IDP campaign in his fourth season. The 2018 fourth-round pick checked in as the third-leading tackler in the wild-card victory and should play a prominent role in trying to slow down the Rams' potent air attack during Sunday's divisional-round clash.
Published: Tue, Jan 18 at 10:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Stands out again in win
Whitehead recorded seven tackles (six solo), an interception and an additional two defensed passes in the Buccaneers' 32-6 win over the Panthers in Week 16.
Analysis: Whitehead once again stepped up his play in the absence of fellow safety Antoine Winfield (foot) and paced the Buccaneers in tackles on the afternoon. The fourth-year safety also snagged his second pick of the season when he intercepted a late first-quarter Cam Newton pass intended for Tommy Tremble and returned it seven yards to help set up a Ryan Succop field goal. Whitehead could be in for another elevated tackle tally in Week 17 against the frequently hapless Jets offense and now has three…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 29 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Busy day in return
Whitehead (calf) recorded eight tackles (five solo), including one for loss, in the Buccaneers' 9-0 loss to the Saints on Sunday night.
Analysis: Whitehead was in on each of the defense's 61 snaps during the contest in his return from a two-game absence due to a calf injury. His presence was particularly timely on a night when fellow safety Antoine Winfield (foot) was unable to suit up, and Whitehead now has at least eight stops in four of his last five contests. The 2018 fourth-round pick figures to be busy again in Week 16 against the Panthers on the road.
Published: Tue, Dec 21 at 8:17am by Rotowire.com
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Will play Sunday night
Whitehead (calf) is active for Sunday night's game against the Saints, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: Whitehead trended up all week, putting in two limited sessions before a full one on Friday. His return is particularly helpful since Antoine Winfield (foot) won't suit up.
Published: Sun, Dec 19 at 4:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely to suit up
Whitehead (calf), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints, is expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The Buccaneers will provide confirmation on Whitehead's status one way or the other when the team releases its inactive list 90 minutes prior to the 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff. Over 10 appearances this season, the 24-year-old safety has recorded 49 tackles (39 solo), four pass breakups, one interception and one forced fumble.
Published: Sun, Dec 19 at 6:22am by Rotowire.com
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Considered questionable for Sunday
Whitehead (calf) is questionable for Sunday against the Saints, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Whitehead hasn't played since Week 12 against the Colts when he picked up the injury. After logging a limited practice Wednesday and Thursday, Whitehead was a full participant Friday, which should have him on the right trajectory to play Sunday against the Saints. However, if Whitehead can't play, Andrew Adams will likely be looking at an increased workload.
Published: Fri, Dec 17 at 4:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for Week 14
Whitehead (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Falcons, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Whitehead didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday and has been officially ruled out for the second consecutive game. In his absence, Andrew Adams is expected to again draw the start alongside Antoine Winfield at safety.
Published: Fri, Dec 10 at 9:55am by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't practice Wednesday
Whitehead (calf) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice session.
Analysis: Whitehead missed last week's win over Atlanta with his calf injury, and his status ahead of Week 14 isn't encouraging. He'll likely need to practice in some form later in the week if he hopes to play Sunday against Buffalo.
Published: Wed, Dec 8 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for Week 13
Whitehead (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Falcons, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Whitehead didn't practice Friday after logging a limited session Thursday, so his status for Sunday comes as no surprise. In his absence, Andrew Adams is expected to step into a starting role alongside Antoine Winfield at safety.
Published: Fri, Dec 3 at 12:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited Thursday
Whitehead (calf) was a limited participant at the Buccaneers' practice Thursday, Carmen Vitali of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: Whitehead logged a limited practice Thursday while dealing with a calf injury, putting his availability for Week 13 in question. If he is unable to go Sunday versus the Falcons, Andrew Adams would likely step into a starting role alongside Antoine Winfield at safety.
Published: Thu, Dec 2 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Co-leads team in tackles
Whitehead furnished eight tackles (six solo) in the Buccaneers' 38-31 win over the Colts on Sunday.
Analysis: Whitehead's tackle tally was good enough to colead the team alongside Shaquil Barrett. The 24-year-old has been a solid IDP asset for the last month, posting at least eight tackles in three of the last four games. Any boost to Whitehead's interception numbers -- he has one pick through 10 contests -- would naturally be a welcome bonus, but the 2018 fourth-round pick will continue to hold plenty of value based on tackling numbers alone if he can keep them up.
Published: Wed, Dec 1 at 6:38am by Rotowire.com
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Season-high nine tackles Sunday
Whitehead produced nine solo tackles and one pass deflection during Sunday's 36-27 loss to the Saints.
Analysis: Whitehead has recorded a pass deflection in three straight games, but his lack of tackles -- 29 through seven appearances -- limits his fantasy upside. Despite his nine-tackle performance Sunday, Whitehead will likely remain a turnover dependant IDP option moving forward. The Buccaneers have a bye in Week 9, but they return to action against Washington, who has 13 turnovers through eight games.
Published: Wed, Nov 3 at 7:55am by Rotowire.com
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Records first interception of '21
Whitehead posted two solo tackles, including one for loss, and recorded an interception in the Buccaneers' 38-3 win over the Bears on Sunday.
Analysis: The third-year safety snagged a Justin Fields pass intended for Darnell Mooney midway through the third quarter at the Buccaneers' 16-yard line for his first interception of the campaign. Whitehead's tackle numbers have been relatively modest thus far -- his two stops Sunday were a season low -- with the 3.3 stops per game he's averaging putting him on pace to notch a career-low 53 if he plays each of Tampa Bay's remaining 10 games.
Published: Wed, Oct 27 at 4:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Four stops in big win
Whitehead recorded four tackles (all solo) in the Buccaneers' 45-17 win over the Dolphins on Sunday.
Analysis: Whitehead logged 46 snaps overall while recording his second-highest tackle total of the campaign. The fourth-year pro isn't quite matching the caliber of IDP production he mustered during a career-best 2020 season (74 tackles, 2.0 sacks, two INT, one forced fumble, one fumble recovery), but as long as he continues to hold down the starting free safety job, he should have a chance to improve his numbers as the season unfolds.
Published: Wed, Oct 13 at 6:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Will be available Week 2
Whitehead (hamstring) practiced in full Wednesday.
Analysis: Whitehead didn't practice at all before he was ruled out for last Thursday's season opener against the Cowboys. Head coach Bruce Arians told Greg Auman of The Athletic earlier Wednesday that Whitehead "went full speed" at practice, and indeed that has come to pass. The Buccaneers thus will have their starting safety tandem of Whitehead and Antoine Winfield available Sunday versus the Falcons.
Published: Wed, Sep 15 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially out Thursday
Coach Bruce Arians said Whitehead (hamstring) is officially out for Thursday night, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: After clearing COVID-19 protocols late in training camp, Whitehead suffered a minor hamstring injury that is going to keep him out of Week 1. The 25-year-old hasn't practiced yet this week and will look to rehab during the 10-day break before the Bucs' Week 2 contest against the Falcons. Mike Edwards will start in his place.
Published: Tue, Sep 7 at 11:22am by Rotowire.com
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Sits out practice Monday
Whitehead (hamstring) was a non-participant at Monday's practice.
Analysis: Whitehead continues to battle a hamstring injury, and coach Bruce Arians said over the weekend the safety is considered day-to-day. The 24-year-old likely will need to practice in some capacity Tuesday or Wednesday to have a chance of suiting up for Thursday's season opener versus the Cowboys.
Published: Mon, Sep 6 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Hamstring issue
Whitehead (hamstring) didn't practice Sunday, Carmen Vitali of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: Coach Bruce Arians noted Sunday that the starting safety is day-to-day as Thursday's season opener against the Cowboys approaches. Whitehead recorded 74 tackles, two sacks and two picks in 16 games with the Bucs in 2020.
Published: Sun, Sep 5 at 11:31am by Rotowire.com
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Clears COVID-19 protocols
Whitehead was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: Whitehead spent just one week in the COVID-19 protocols before clearing them. The starting free safety will rejoin his teammates at practice moving forward.
Published: Fri, Jul 30 at 12:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Placed on COVID list
The Buccaneers placed Whitehead (shoulder) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday, NFL reporter Aaron Wilson reports.
Analysis: Whitehead will have to isolate and progress through the league's COVID-19 protocols before he can attend Tampa Bay's training camp practices, which kick off July 25. The starting safety is working his way back from February shoulder surgery.
Published: Fri, Jul 23 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Progressing well in recovery
Coach Bruce Arians said Whitehead (shoulder) may not practice at mini-camp but is "looking really good" in his recovery, Mark Cook of PewterReport.com reports.
Analysis: The 24-year-old underwent surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder in mid-February after the team's Super Bowl victory, and his recovery has apparently gone well over the past three months. The fact Whitehead hasn't already been ruled out from practicing at mini-camp indicates he's on track to be ready for the start of training camp in July
Published: Tue, May 18 at 6:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Surgery this week
Whitehead is scheduled to undergo shoulder surgery this week, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Whitehead has been suffering through a torn labrum in his left shoulder since exiting the divisional-round matchup against the Packers with the injury. The starting safety pushed through and played in the Super Bowl against the Chiefs, where he posted two solo tackles. The 23-year-old will aim to recover in 4-to-6 months, which would likely put him on track for training camp participation.
Published: Fri, Feb 19 at 10:25am by Rotowire.com
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Caps off strong '20 fighting injury
Whitehead, who logged two solo tackles across 51 snaps while fighting through a partially torn labrum during Sunday's Super Bowl LV win over the Chiefs, finished the 2020 regular season with 74 tackles (53 solo), two sacks, two interceptions, four defensed passes overall, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery across 16 games.
Analysis: The soon-to-be fourth-year pro was able to play the full regular season for the first time in his career, setting new career highs in sacks and interceptions while also forcing his first fumble. Whitehead also allowed a sub-60.0 percent completion rate in primary coverage for the second straight campaign, and he followed up his solid numbers with nine tackles (eight solo) and two forced fumbles across the Buccaneers' four-game postseason run, despite exiting the NFC Championship Game win over…read more
Published: Thu, Feb 11 at 3:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Playing with partially torn labrum
Whitehead, who won't carry an official injury designation into Sunday's Super Bowl LV matchup against the Chiefs, nevertheless will play the game with a partially torn labrum in his shoulder, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Analysis: Stroud notes that while the tear is a partial one, it's also been deemed as "significant" and will require offseason surgery. Whitehead will don a harness in order to get through Sunday's game and help try and slow down the high-octane Chiefs passing attack. The third-year safety suffered a shoulder injury during the NFC Championship Game win over the Packers at some point in the early stages of the contest and then aggravated it to its current state on a bone-jarring tackle of Aaron Jones that…read more
Published: Sun, Feb 7 at 7:25am by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to face KC
Whitehead (shoulder/knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's Super Bowl matchup with the Chiefs, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Forced out of the NFC Championship Game in the fourth quarter, Whitehead seems to have benefitted from the week off between games. Bucs safety Antoine Winfield (ankle) and linebacker Lavonte David (hamstring) also will play.
Published: Fri, Feb 5 at 11:21am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Whitehead (shoulder/knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Analysis: According to Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times, Whitehead was donning a red no-contact jersey during the session. No matter the case, Whitehead's presence on the field was an encouraging sign after he missed a trio of sessions last week. Fellow starting safety Antoine Winfield (ankle) was also limited at Wednesday's session.
Published: Wed, Feb 3 at 10:49am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing yet
Whitehead (shoulder/knee) missed a third straight practice Friday.
Analysis: The Bucs estimate that Whitehead would be doubtful if they had a game this Sunday, while fellow starting safety Antoine Winfield (ankle) would be listed as questionable. Whitehead will still have another week to recover and get back on the practice field, but he does appear in some danger of missing the Super Bowl.
Published: Fri, Jan 29 at 1:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Absent from practice
Whitehead is listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice report with shoulder and knee injuries.
Analysis: Whitehead was forced out of the Buccaneers' win over the Packers last weekend due to a labrum injury, but the knee issue is a new concern. The starting safety hasn't yet been ruled out for the Feb. 7 Super Bowl matchup with Kansas City, but at this time, his status appears to be truly up in the air.
Published: Wed, Jan 27 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Status appears uncertain
Whitehead (shoulder) hasn't officially been ruled out for the Buccaneers' Super Bowl LV matchup with Chiefs on Feb. 7, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Rapoport's report seemingly aligns with one from Jenna Laine of ESPN.com, who previously relayed that Whitehead is expected to suit up versus Kansas City. That said, Whitehead will still need to prove his health after suffering a labrum injury during last weekend's win over the Packers, and Rapoport notes that the safety is also contending with additional shoulder issues. Andrew Adams would be the top candidate to start at free safety for Tampa Bay if Whitehead is unable to return for the Super…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 27 at 10:31am by Rotowire.com
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Should be ready for Super Bowl
Whitehead (shoulder) is expected to play in the Super Bowl against the Chiefs, ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Whitehead exited the NFC Championship Game early in the third quarter and didn't return. However, it appears the 23-year-old will be able to play through the issue, so he's on track to start at free safety Feb. 7. Through 16 regular-season games, Whitehead produced 74 tackles, two sacks, four pass breakups and two interceptions. He's added seven tackles and two forced fumbles in the postseason as well.
Published: Tue, Jan 26 at 1:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Prognosis still unclear
Whitehead, who logged five tackles (four solo, including one for loss) and forced a key fumble in Sunday's 31-26 win over the Packers before exiting with a shoulder injury, remains without an official diagnosis for the time being, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Whitehead actually sustained his injury courtesy of a tackle on Jamaal Williams, but it was the impressive, fumble-forcing blow he delivered on Aaron Jones early in the third quarter that knocked him out of Sunday's contest for good. The Buccaneers were able to get by the rest of the way against the Packers without both Whitehead and the absent Antoine Winfield (ankle), but they'll need all the reinforcements they can get for a Super Bowl LV matchup versus the Chiefs on Sunday, Feb. 7.
Published: Mon, Jan 25 at 10:38am by Rotowire.com
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Won't return Sunday
Whitehead (shoulder) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the Packers, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Whitehead was injured making a tackle on Packers running back Jamaal Williams in the third quarter. Just a few plays beforehand, Whitehead forced a key fumble on Aaron Jones that set up the Buccaneers for their fourth touchdown of the afternoon. Since Antoine Winfield (ankle) is already inactive, the Buccaneers will turn to two backup safeties -- Andrew Adams and Mike Edwards -- for the rest of the game.
Published: Sun, Jan 24 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Suiting up Sunday
Whitehead (knee) is active for Sunday's NFC divisional-round matchup in New Orleans.
Analysis: Whitehead was limited in practice Friday, but he'll be good to go for Sunday's playoff game against the Saints. He'll draw his usual start at free safety, just as he did during all 16 regular-season games and the wild-card win over Washington.
Published: Sun, Jan 17 at 2:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Knee injury pops up
Whitehead (knee) is questionable for Sunday's NFC divisional-round game against the Saints, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: Whitehead was added to the injury report Friday as a limited practice participant. It's always concerning when a player is added so late in the week, so the third-year safety may be trending toward a game-time decision. Whitehead played all 16 games during the regular season and posted 74 tackles, four pass breakups, two interceptions and two sacks. Mike Edwards should slot in at free safety if Whitehead is ruled out.
Published: Fri, Jan 15 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Nabs second interception
Whitehead posted seven tackles (four solo), including one for loss, and recorded an interception in the Buccaneers' 27-24 loss to the Rams on Monday night.
Analysis: The third-year safety came up with one of a few positive plays for the Buccaneers secondary on a night when Jared Goff lit them up for 376 yards and three touchdowns, picking off the Rams quarterback at his 46-yard line midway through the fourth quarter with the Buccaneers down by a touchdown. Whitehead's timely pick led to a game-tying score on the short field for Tampa Bay and qualified as his second of the season. Despite also producing a solid 56 tackles, two sacks and a forced fumble…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 24 at 10:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Season-best tackle tally in loss
Whitehead posted eight tackles (five solo), including two for loss, in the Buccaneers' 38-3 loss to the Saints on Sunday night.
Analysis: The 23-year-old set a new season high in tackles with the performance, one-upping the seven stops he'd posted against the Giants in Week 8. Whitehead is now averaging 5.0 tackles per contest and has also recorded the first two sacks of his career this season, but he is allowing a career-worst 68.8 percent of passes to be completed against him in primary coverage. The third-year pro will look to put together another productive outing in a Week 10 battle against the Panthers.
Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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No injury designation for Week 6
Whitehead (knee) was a limited practice participant Friday and doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Packers, Adam Caplan of Sirius XM Radio reports.
Analysis: Whitehead sandwiched Thursday's missed session between a pair of limited practices, but he apparently showed enough to be kept off the final injury report. The safety should be out there on game day as the Buccaneers try to slow down an explosive Packers offense that's averaging a league-high 38.0 points per game.
Published: Fri, Oct 16 at 1:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Downgraded Thursday
Whitehead (knee) didn't participate in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: Whitehead was at least able to practice in a limited capacity Wednesday, so this news is certainly a worrisome sign for his chances to suit up in Week 6. Whitehead has been strong in his starting role this year, racking up 18 solo tackles and an interception. If he's forced to miss Sunday's game against Green Bay, look for Andrew Adams to draw the start.
Published: Thu, Oct 15 at 3:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Managing injury
Whitehead (knee) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Whitehead suited up in 100 percent of the team's defensive snaps during Thursday's loss to Chicago, so it's likely that the team is managing his practice reps ahead of Week 6. The Pittsburgh product has been solid this campaign as a starter, recording 26 tackles (18 solo), two sacks and an interception through five games. If Whitehead was to miss any time due to injury, Andrew Adams would be in line for the start at free safety.
Published: Wed, Oct 14 at 3:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Productive again in Week 5
Whitehead posted six tackles (two solo), including one for loss, in the Buccaneers' 20-19 loss to the Bears on Thursday night.
Analysis: Whitehead checked in second in tackles for the Bucs on the night and equaled his season high. The 23-year-old had recorded a sack apiece in each of the previous two games, and although that modest streak was snapped Thursday, Whitehead continued to offer solid IDP production for fantasy managers. The 2018 fourth-round pick figures to be busy in Week 6, as a matchup against the potent Packers offense awaits next Sunday afternoon.
Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 9:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Records another sack
Whitehead posted four tackles (all solo) and a sack in the Buccaneers' 38-31 win over the Chargers on Sunday.
Analysis: Whitehead was able to get to the quarterback for the second straight week while drawing even with Devin White for the third-most tackles on the afternoon. The third-year safety has been reasonably productive from an IDP standpoint over the first four games with two sacks and an interception in addition to his 20 stops, but he has seen his tackle tally drop in each contest thus far.
Published: Tue, Oct 6 at 10:30am by Rotowire.com
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Active in Week 3 win
Whitehead recorded five tackles (four solo), including a sack, and was credited with an additional quarterback hit in a 28-10 win over the Broncos on Sunday.
Analysis: Whitehead checked in fourth in tackles and recorded his first career sack in the process, a week after he notched an interception of the Panthers' Teddy Bridgewater. The third-year pro is enjoying a strong start to the season overall -- he's posted at least five stops in each contest and is on pace for 85 tackles, which would easily eclipse his rookie-season career high of 76 over 15 games back in 2018.
Published: Tue, Sep 29 at 8:22am by Rotowire.com
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Set to reprise starting role
Whitehead (hamstring) is expected to reprise his starting role as Tampa Bay's top free safety in 2020, Greg Auman of the Athletic reports.
Analysis: Whitehead has managed impressive growth every season since joining the Buccaneers in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft, but he's also yet to suit up for a full 16-game slate. After missing one game due to a concussion in 2018 and two games in 2019 with a hamstring injury, the 23-year-old will look to maintain full health in 2020.
Published: Tue, Jul 7 at 4:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Shifts to IR
Whitehead (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: Whitehead left this past Sunday's win over the Lions with a hamstring injury, and he'll be shut down for the last two weeks of the year. The second-year safety ends the season with 69 tackles (50 solo), nine pass breakups and an interception. Andrew Adams figures to start in Whitehead's stead, and Darian Stewart should benefit from his absence as well.
Published: Wed, Dec 18 at 10:53am by Rotowire.com
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Done for day
Whitehead won't return to Sunday's game against the Lions after sustaining a hamstring injury, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: Whitehead led the team with nine tackles during Week 14's win over the Colts, and he registered a tackle for loss before exiting this game. Andrew Adams is expected to fill Whitehead's role for the rest of the game. Whitehead will aim to shake off the injury by Saturday's game against the Texans.
Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Team-high tackle tally in win
Whitehead logged nine tackles (six solo), including one for loss, in the Buccaneers' 38-35 win over the Colts on Sunday.
Analysis: Whitehead enjoyed a prolific tackling day in the wild win while playing 63 defensive snaps overall. The second-year safety's tackle total was both a season- and team-high figure, and it marked his seventh game with at least six stops. Whitehead is now eight tackles away from tying his 2018 rookie-season total of 76, putting him firmly in the IDP conversation despite an overall lack of impact plays (one interception, no sacks and no fumbles forced or recovered).
Published: Tue, Dec 10 at 4:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Keeps racking up tackles
Whitehead logged six tackles (two solo), including a half-sack, in the Buccaneers' 35-22 win over the Falcons on Sunday.
Analysis: The second-year safety turned in his third six-tackle effort over the last four games, and he's now met or exceeded that threshold in six contests overall. Whitehead is averaging just under five stops per game from his safety spot, and although he's only corralled one interception, he's defended eight passes overall.
Published: Tue, Nov 26 at 5:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Active in Week 10 win
Whitehead recorded six tackles (four solo), including one for loss, in the Buccaneers' 30-27 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.
Analysis: Whitehead now has back-to-back six-tackle tallies, his most productive two-game stretch since Weeks 1 and 2. The second-year safety is on pace to surpass his rookie-season tally of 76 stops, and he's also cut down the completion percentage he's surrendered in primary coverage, whittling last season's 60.6 percent figure to 55.9 percent. However, Whitehead is also allowing 8.5 yards per attempt through nine 2019 contests, compared to a more palatable 7.3 figure a year ago.
Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 5:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Solid tackle tally in loss
Whitehead recorded seven tackles (all solo), including one for loss, and also defended a pass in the Buccaneers' 40-34 overtime loss to the Seahawks.
Analysis: Whitehead finished third on the team in tackles behind linebackers Devin White and Lavonte David, as he had a busy afternoon with Russell Wilson putting up 43 pass attempts. However, Wilson also accumulated 378 passing yards in the contest, so the entire secondary, which lost Carlton Davis to a hip injury in pregame warmups, struggled throughout the afternoon. Whitehead's tackle production has been tough to trust from game to game, as he tied a season high with eight three games ago but then…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 5 at 6:23pm by Rotowire.com
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