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Rookie Emeka Egbuka Powers Buccaneers to 29-27 Win Over Jets With One-Handed Catch

The first-round pick finished with 85 yards despite a hip and groin designation.

Overview

  • Tampa Bay edged New York 29-27 at Raymond James Stadium.
  • Emeka Egbuka hauled in a one-handed 30-yard catch over Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner on a Baker Mayfield throw in the second quarter.
  • The rookie totaled six receptions for 85 yards, including a 28-yard grab on the game-winning drive.
  • Egbuka played after being listed as questionable with hip and groin injuries entering Week 3.
  • Mike Evans exited with an apparent hamstring injury, leaving his status unclear and potentially elevating Egbuka’s responsibility in the passing game.