Kedrick Whitehead Jr.

Kedrick Whitehead Jr. (born November 20, 1999) is an American professional football safety for the Columbus Aviators of the United Football League (UFL). He played college football at Delaware. In 2025, Whitehead was named the UFL Special Teams Player of the Year, and was named to the All-UFL team.

College career Whitehead played college football at Delaware, where he recorded 295 tackles in five seasons. Whitehead was also named to the All-CAA Team for 4 consecutive seasons.

Professional career

Tampa Bay Buccaneers After going undrafted in the 2023 NFL draft, Whitehead had a minicamp invite from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and was one of three players signed on May 15, 2023. He was released on August 30.

Michigan Panthers On March 5, 2024, Whitehead signed with the Michigan Panthers of the United Football League (UFL).

On June 2, 2025, Whiethead was selected to the All-UFL team. On June 9, 2025, Whitehead was named the UFL Special Teams Player of the Year.

Columbus Aviators On January 12, 2026, Whitehead was allocated to the Columbus Aviators of the United Football League (UFL).