Buccaneers compete for key WR3 role in training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 6:25 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are in training camp, with Jalen McMillan, Tez Johnson, and Ted Hurst vying for the No. 3 wide receiver position. Emeka Egbuka and Chris Godwin are firmly established as the top two options. The competition among McMillan, Johnson, and Hurst will focus on consistency and reliability to support quarterback Baker Mayfield. Each candidate brings unique skills to the role, with McMillan offering size and route versatility, Johnson providing speed and quick separation, and rookie Hurst having potential growth opportunities. Training camp will assess their ability to contribute effectively, particularly in situational play and blocking.
- •Training camp features a battle for the No. 3 WR spot.
- •Emeka Egbuka and Chris Godwin are the established top receivers.
- •Jalen McMillan, Tez Johnson, and Ted Hurst are competing for the role.
- •McMillan is viewed as the strong candidate for a traditional receiver profile.
- •Johnson may excel with his quickness and ability to create separation.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Who Will Win The Bucs' WR3 Job in Training Camp?
- 6:25 PMYahoo Sports — Buccaneers WR3 battle among key training camp storylines
"Jalen McMillan looks to reclaim his role against rising threats Tez Johnson and Ted Hurst, as Tampa Bay’s wide receiver competition heats up behind Egbuka and Godwin.
"The Buccaneers enter training camp with Jalen McMillan, Tez Johnson and Ted Hurst competing for the No. 3 wide receiver role behind Emeka Egbuka and Chris Godwin.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 1:00 PMWho Will Win The Bucs' WR3 Job in Training Camp?
Jalen McMillan looks to reclaim his role against rising threats Tez Johnson and Ted Hurst, as Tampa Bay’s wide receiver competition heats up behind Egbuka and Godwin.
- Yahoo SportsJun 20, 2026, 6:25 PMBuccaneers WR3 battle among key training camp storylines
The Buccaneers enter training camp with Jalen McMillan, Tez Johnson and Ted Hurst competing for the No. 3 wide receiver role behind Emeka Egbuka and Chris Godwin.
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