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Mike Evans Calls Buccaneers’ Receiver Room the Best of His Career

At mandatory minicamp Evans praised Emeka Egbuka’s polished route running, highlighted Tez Johnson’s game-breaking speed, cited the group’s depth with Chris Godwin on the mend.

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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Emeka Egbuka (2) catches a touchdown in front of Oregon Ducks defensive back Brandon Johnson (3) during the first half of the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2025.
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Overview

  • Tampa Bay used its 19th overall pick on Ohio State’s Emeka Egbuka and its 235th pick on Oregon’s Tez Johnson in the 2025 NFL Draft to bolster the wideout corps
  • Evans singled out Egbuka’s strong hands, football IQ and catching ability as reminiscent of veteran Chris Godwin
  • Seventh-round rookie Tez Johnson has stood out for his straight-line speed and quickness, adding a new vertical threat
  • Entering his 12th season, Evans is tied with Jerry Rice at 11 consecutive 1,000-yard campaigns and is poised to set the NFL record
  • Chris Godwin is on track to rejoin the offense before training camp after recovering from an ankle injury