Tez Johnson shines at Buccaneers training camp, showcases skills
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 6:08 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Tez Johnson impressed fans during the first day of training camp on July 30, 2026. Johnson, who had a noteworthy rookie season with 28 receptions for 322 yards and five touchdowns, demonstrated his agility with a backflip in the end zone. Following the departure of Mike Evans, the competition among the team's wide receivers is expected to be fierce. ESPN recently highlighted Johnson as a potential standout in the upcoming season, citing his performance in practices leading up to the camp. His personal life gained attention earlier this year due to a public dispute with his ex-fiancée surrounding infidelity claims made during their engagement period.
- •Tez Johnson is a 2025 7th-round pick and the lightest player in NFL history at 165 pounds.
- •He caught five touchdowns last season despite a limited role.
- •ESPN labeled Johnson as one of the NFL's 'Biggest Surprises' for 2026.
- •His ex-fiancée publicly shared allegations of cheating around their engagement.
- •Johnson dazzled fans with a backflip during practice at training camp.
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