The Tampa Bay Buccaneers just snagged an athletic demon at No. 84 by drafting Ted Hurst, a 6-foot-4 WR who pairs a blazing 4.42-second 40-yard dash with a dominant 111.0 Speed Score (93rd-percentile). Hurst is an analytical sleeper with a rock-solid 20.2 Breakout Age and a surgical 2.18 Yards Per Route Run, proving he has the frame and high-end explosiveness—verified by a massive 11’3″ broad jump—to serve as the ultimate boundary X-receiver in the post-Mike Evans era.
In dynasty formats, it is absolute nuts landing spot for Hurst as a priority second or third-round rookie target, where his elite 15.4 Yards Per Reception and future potential path to targets in the Bucs’ passing attack behind Chris Godwin and Emeka Egbuka make him instantly one of the more interesting picks in this draft.
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A left shoulder injury took Bakery Mayfield out of a Sunday Night Football matchup with the L.A. Rams. All week, Buccaneers fans and fantasy managers have held their collective breath in hopes of Mayfield starting vs. the Cardinals.
The Buccaneers are just ahead of the Panthers in the NFC South standings with a record of 6-5. From a fantasy football perspective, Mayfield starting helps Emeka Egbuka, Chris Godwin, and a returning Bucky Irving in a juicy matchup at home vs. the Cardinals. Fire up Buccaneers players in fantasy football lineups.
Author: Jeremiah Retzlaff (@coachretzlaff1)
The Rams destroyed the Buccaneers on Sunday Night Football 34-7. The only loss worse was starting quarterback Baker Mayfield who left the game with a sprained AC joining in his left shoulder.
The Buccaneers have hope that the injury isn’t as serious as first projected with the hopes that Mayfield could play this Sunday vs. the Cardinals. An MRI will provide more clarity. Teddy Bridgewater would likely get the spot start. Consider Buccaneers skill position players as downgraded should Mayfield miss time.
Author: Jeremiah Retzlaff (@coachretzlaff1)
What an absolute slugfest fans were treated to from the Seahawks and Buccaneers. Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold aired it out early and often, racking up over 700 yards, six touchdowns, and only one interception thrown by Darnold, which proved costly. With 58 seconds left in the game, Darnold threw a pass that deflected off Logan Hall’s helmet and into the hands of Lavonte David. The Buccaneers would run out the clock and kick the winning field goal with no time remaining to win 38-35.
The two wide receivers out of Ohio State came to play on Sunday and capitalized on the excellent quarterback play. The Buccaneers’ star rookie, Emeka Egbuka, finished the game with seven receptions, 163 yards and a touchdown, gaining more praise from Mayfield. “He’s well-rounded, and not just in football but in life. I think he’s grounded, and I think he’s genuine in everything he does. He’s intentional, and you just don’t see that often.” Mayfield said. Jaxon Smith-Njigba continues to be the wheel that turns the Seahawks’ offense. He ended the day with eight receptions, 132 yards and a touchdown. He is one of the most productive wide receivers in the NFL. Through five games, he has 34 catches, 535 yards and two touchdowns. He is a set-it-and-forget-it fantasy asset.
Author: Dane Madoche(@FF_DaMaddog)
The pair of Emeka Egbuka and Bucky Irving had an offensive explosion on Sunday, but it wasn’t enough to beat the defending Super Bowl champs. Egbuka caught a deep pass that split two defenders for a 77-yard TD, the longest touchdown catch by a rookie in franchise history. The volume was not there for Egbuka, but he still managed to have four catches, 101 yards and a touchdown. Emeka has burst onto the NFL scene, becoming one of the most dynamic receivers to start the year and has taken advantage of the opportunity brought on by injuries to veterans Mike Evans and Chris Godwin.
Bucky Irving had to get in on the big plays, highlighting his day with a 72-yard catch and score in the final minutes of the third quarter. Irving did most of his damage through the air, reminding fantasy owners that he is one of the best dual-threat running backs in the NFL and finished the game with 63 yards rushing on 15 carries and five receptions for 102 yards and a touchdown.
The Bucs look to get back into the win column in Week 5 against the Seattle Seahawks. Moving forward, both Egbuka and Irving are set-it-and-forget assets in any format.
Author: Dane Madoche(@FF_DaMaddog)
As the 2025 NFL Draft wrapped up, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers appeared to be blessed with a massive amount of depth at the wide receiver position. With Chris Godwin nursing injuries through the offseason and into the season, the Buccaneers offense hasn’t been as full of firepower as in 2024.
The Buccaneers have just skated past the Falcons and Texans in the first 2 weeks and could really use Chris Godwin. With injuries to their offensive line, Godwin would be helpful for quick hitting routes. Godwin had 3 top-8 WR finishes in 7 games played last season.
The Buccaneers get the defending Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles in Week 4. Despite the need for Godwin, Bakery Mayfield has managed well. To the delight of Emeka Egbuka fantasy managers, Godwin’s absence has allowed Egbuka to rise as a fantasy asset.
Author: Jeremiah Retzlaff (@coachretzlaff1)
