Bucs focus on receiver competition in training camp ahead of new season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 2:35 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers face a crucial position battle in the receiver room as training camp approaches. With Mike Evans leaving in free agency, the team must identify new targets. Chris Godwin Jr., Jalen McMillan, Emeka Egbuka, Tez Johnson, and rookie Ted Hurst are vying for increased roles. Coach Todd Bowles emphasized that multiple players will share the responsibility of filling Evans' significant production. Egbuka is highlighted as a breakout candidate after a promising rookie season. Training camp will play a vital role in determining the effectiveness of this revamped receiving corps.
- •Mike Evans departed in free agency, altering the Bucs' receiving corps.
- •Chris Godwin Jr. and others will compete for increased roles.
- •Emeka Egbuka showed promise with 938 receiving yards last season.
- •Training camp decisions will shape the Bucs' offensive lineup.
- 2:35 PMYahoo Sports — Bucs top position battle is going to be on offense in camp
"Bleacher Report believes Tampa Bay's most important training camp competition will take place in the receiver room.
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