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Shevin Smith Jr. joins Tampa Bay Buccaneers as training camp fellow

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 2:35 AM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

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Summary

Shevin Smith Jr., co-defensive coordinator and special teams coordinator at Bemidji State, has been selected as a training camp fellow by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Having previously participated in the Buccaneers' National Coaching Academy, Smith is now working with the team’s special teams units ahead of their first preseason game against the New York Jets on August 14. Smith expressed gratitude for the opportunity, emphasizing the intensity and level of detail in professional training camp compared to college. He will accompany the team to the game before returning to Bemidji for team pictures.

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By the Numbers

•Shevin Smith Jr. has been with the Buccaneers since July 29.
•He is one of five fellows chosen from the coaching academy.
•Smith will travel with the team for their preseason opener on August 14.
•He is focusing on special teams coaching techniques.
•Smith's observations may inform specialist training at Bemidji State.

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2:35 AMYahoo Sports — Shevin Smith Jr. becomes training camp fellow with Tampa Bay Buccaneers before start of BSU season

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Aug. 11—BEMIDJI — There are few reasons to watch the upcoming Tampa Bay Buccaneers and New York Jets play in their first preseason game this Friday on Aug. 14. But for Bemidji State football fans, they'll be tuning in to get a glimpse of a familiar face on the sidelines. After being a part of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers National Coaching Academy for rookie mini camp in May, Bemidji State ...
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