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Fake Twitter Account Sparks CTE Controversy for Egbuka

3/14/2026

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers tagged a fake Twitter account impersonating Emeka Egbuka, a wide receiver, 58 times.
The account, @EgbukaEmeka, posted a controversial question about Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE).
Emeka Egbuka clarified on Instagram that the account was not his.
The Buccaneers publicly distanced themselves from the account, which has since been suspended.
The incident underscores concerns about CTE in the NFL and drew criticism of the NFL Players Association.

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Story summary

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers tagged a fake Twitter account impersonating Emeka Egbuka, a wide receiver, 58 times.
The account, @EgbukaEmeka, posted a controversial question about Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE).
Emeka Egbuka clarified on Instagram that the account was not his.
The Buccaneers publicly distanced themselves from the account, which has since been suspended.
The incident underscores concerns about CTE in the NFL and drew criticism of the NFL Players Association.