Bucs' wide receiver battle heats up behind Mike Evans and Chris Godwin ahead of 2025 NFL season
Mike Evans and Chris Godwin have been the cornerstone of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' offense, but the real intrigue lies behind them. As the 2025 NFL season approaches, a heated battle for the remaining wide receiver spots is taking shape at training camp and it's one worth watching.
Tampa Bay's depth chart faces a shake-up begins behind Mike Evans and Chris Godwin under
Josh Grizzard
The Buccaneers know what they have in Evans and Godwin. Evans is fresh off his 11th consecutive 1,000-yard season, an NFL record, and Godwin is fully recovered from an ankle injury that limited him last year. With new offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard calling plays for the first time, the team's receiving depth will be more critical than ever.
The front office made sure to add firepower in the 2025 NFL Draft, selecting former Ohio State standout Emeka Egbuka in the first round.
Known for his polished route-running and quick separation, Egbuka is expected to be the go-to slot receiver. He's already turning heads during offseason workouts.
Highlight: Tom Brady Throws to Mike Evans, Chris Godwin
Tez Johnson and rising contenders fuel intense WR fight in Tampa Bay
Seventh-round pick Tez Johnson also joins the fray, adding speed and special teams value. But the competition doesn't stop there. Jalen McMillan, who impressed in 2024 while filling in for the injured Godwin, is pushing hard for a bigger role. Third-year player Trey Palmer and seasoned veteran Sterling Shepard bring experience and chemistry, making it a crowded and competitive room.
Bucs insider Brianna Dix summed it up best: 'The first two spots on the depth chart are entrenched with incumbents Mike Evans and Godwin, but the spots behind the dynamic duo are open for the taking.'
All eyes on Josh Grizzard as Bucs' WR depth could make or break 2025 season
For Josh Grizzard, this is both a blessing and a challenge. With Tampa Bay's offense undergoing a fresh transformation, he'll need to identify the right supporting cast quickly. Depth will be vital across an 18-week season, and wide receiver remains one of the Bucs' deepest units.
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This fierce wide receiver competition could end up being the deciding factor in how explosive Tampa Bay's offense becomes in 2025. And with playoff hopes on the line, Grizzard and the Bucs won't be taking any chances.
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