Javin Wright (born March 19, 2000) is an American professional football linebacker for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
Early life Wright attended Hamilton High School in Chandler, Arizona, and committed to play college football for the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
College career As a freshman in 2019 Wright was redshirted. He missed the entire 2020 season due to injury. In 2021, he played just one game before being diagnosed with blood clots, forcing him to miss the rest of the season. Wright returned for the 2022 season, playing in 10 games with one start. In week 12 of the 2023, season, he notched eight tackles, a forced fumble and an interception in a loss to Maryland. During the 2023 season, Wright recorded 51 tackles and two interceptions. In 2024, he tallied 34 tackles. In his final season in 2025, Wright totaled 86 tackles, three sacks, and an interception. After the season he declared for the NFL draft and accepted an invite to the 2026 American Bowl.
Professional career
After not being selected in the 2026 NFL draft, Wright signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent. He was waived on August 30, and re-signed to the practice squad.
Personal life Wright is the son of former NFL safety Toby Wright. His uncle, Terry Wright, also played in the NFL for the Indianapolis Colts.
References
External links Nebraska Cornhuskers bio Tampa Bay Buccaneers bio