Henry Black

Henry L. Black (born January 3, 1997) is an American professional football safety for the Columbus Aviators of the United Football League (UFL). He played college football for the Baylor Bears.

College career Black was a member of the Baylor Bears for five seasons, redshirting as a true freshman. He finished his collegiate career with 119 tackles, four tackles for a loss, two sacks, and two forced fumbles with eight passes defended and two interceptions.

Professional career

Green Bay Packers Black was signed by the Green Bay Packers as an undrafted free agent following the 2020 NFL draft on April 29, 2020. He was waived during final roster cuts, but signed to the team's practice squad the following day. He was elevated to the active roster on October 24 for the team's week 7 game against the Houston Texans and made his NFL debut the next day. Black forced a game-ending fumble that was recovered by the Packers in the 35–20 victory. He was returned to the practice squad following the game without having to clear waivers. On December 8, Black was signed to the active roster.

Black was named the fourth safety on the depth chart to begin the regular season. 2020 seventh-round pick Vernon Scott missed much of the season with injuries, and as a result, Black saw regular action as the Packers' dime safety. He recorded his first NFL interception on October 28, 2021, during a Week 8 win against the Arizona Cardinals, off a pass thrown by Kyler Murray. The Packers did not pick up Black's exclusive rights free agent (ERFA) tender, which would have given him a 1-year, $645,000 contract to stay with the team, making him a free agent for the 2022 season.

New York Giants On May 18, 2022, Black signed with the New York Giants. On July 26, Black was waived by the Giants.

Atlanta Falcons On July 28, 2022, the Atlanta Falcons signed Black. He was waived on August 30.

Indianapolis Colts (first stint) On September 13, 2022, Black was signed to the Indianapolis Colts practice squad. He signed a reserve/future contract on January 9, 2023.

On August 29, 2023, Black was waived by the Colts and re-signed to the practice squad. He was released on October 24.

Pittsburgh Steelers On November 21, 2023, Black was signed to the Pittsburgh Steelers' practice squad.

Indianapolis Colts (second stint) On December 26, 2023, the Indianapolis Colts signed Black off of the Steelers' practice squad.

San Antonio Brahmas On October 8, 2024, Black was signed by the San Antonio Brahmas of the United Football League (UFL).

Atlanta Falcons (second stint) On July 31, 2025, Black signed with the Atlanta Falcons. He was waived on August 26 as part of final roster cuts.

Columbus Aviators On January 13, 2026, Black was selected by the Columbus Aviators in the 2026 UFL Draft.

NFL career statistics Regular season

Postseason