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Buccaneers Rookies Egbuka and Johnson Shine Amid Injuries

11/17/2025

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie Emeka Egbuka has 40 receptions for 677 yards and six touchdowns through ten weeks of the 2025 season, positioning him to surpass 1,000 yards.
His emergence comes as veteran receivers are sidelined, increasing his role.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Tez Johnson, a seventh-round pick, has four touchdowns and 255 yards.
Together the rookies bolster the offense amid injuries, with Egbuka's playmaking noted as a potential cornerstone.

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Story summary

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie Emeka Egbuka has 40 receptions for 677 yards and six touchdowns through ten weeks of the 2025 season, positioning him to surpass 1,000 yards.
His emergence comes as veteran receivers are sidelined, increasing his role.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Tez Johnson, a seventh-round pick, has four touchdowns and 255 yards.
Together the rookies bolster the offense amid injuries, with Egbuka's playmaking noted as a potential cornerstone.