Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Jordan Whitehead has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the New Orleans Saints after being involved in a car accident on Saturday. The incident occurred in Tampa, Florida, and Whitehead reportedly sustained injuries that will prevent him from taking the field.

The Buccaneers have not released specific details about the accident or the extent of Whitehead’s injuries. However, the team has confirmed that he will not participate in Sunday’s matchup against the Saints.

Whitehead’s absence is a significant blow to the Buccaneers’ secondary, as he has been a key contributor to the team’s defense this season. The third-year safety has started in all 10 games for the Buccaneers, recording 66 tackles, two interceptions, and a forced fumble.

The Buccaneers will need to rely on their depth at safety to fill the void left by Whitehead’s absence. Andrew Adams and Mike Edwards are likely candidates to see increased playing time in Whitehead’s place.

The Saints, meanwhile, will look to capitalize on the Buccaneers’ injury woes as they seek to improve their standing in the NFC South. The game is scheduled to kick off at 1:00 PM ET on Sunday.

Whitehead’s injury is the latest setback for the Buccaneers, who have struggled with injuries throughout the season. The team will hope for a speedy recovery for their starting safety as they push for a playoff spot in the competitive NFC South.