Buccaneers player lands award the team hasn’t seen in 10 years
Many Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans were scratching their heads when the Bucs used their first-round pick on a wide receiver with so many needs on defense. No one is wondering why now.
The Bucs picked Ohio State wide receiver Emeka Egbuka with the No. 19 pick in the draft, and all he's ever done since then is show out. Noted for his poise as a rookie, Egbuka came to Tampa Bay with a sky-high floor but has showcased just how high his ceiling could be, too.
Egbuka's first month in the NFL has been a stellar one, catching for 282 yards and four touchdowns, and now, he's been recognized by the NFL for his efforts. Egbuka was named the NFL's Offensive Rookie of the Month for his efforts, and he's the first Bucs player to win such an award in quite a long time.
Emeka Egbuka is the NFL's Offensive Rookie of the Month
Egbuka, per the Buccaneers' press release, is the first wide receiver to win this honor in Tampa Bay's franchise history. He's also the first offensive rookie for the Bucs to win it in 10 years — the last time it happened in Tampa Bay was in 2015, when quarterback Jameis Winston won it for the month for his November.
The Buccaneers drafted Egbuka for the future, but they were also ready to slot him in right away as wideout Chris Godwin continued to rehab his injury.
He's done more than that, leading all rookies in receiving yards, receiving touchdowns and yards per reception over the first four weeks of the season. He's also the only rookie in the NFL this year to score a touchdown in at least three of the NFL's four opening weeks.
Egbuka will join the Bucs as they play against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday at 4:05 p.m. He'll be playing close to his hometown of Tacoma, Washington, so he'll look to put on a show in his homecoming game.
Romeo Doubs opens up about the Packers’ stance on his contract extension, vowing to prove he’s the long-term solution for Green Bay.
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs is ready to make his case for a contract extension, speaking out after reports revealed the team’s stance on his future. Doubs, who has shown impressive flashes of potential in his early years with the Packers, is eager to prove he’s the long-term solution for Green Bay’s offense.
"I know what I bring to the table," Doubs said in a candid interview. "I’m focused on showing the Packers that I’m the future of this team. This is my time to prove I can be a top receiver in this league, and I’m ready to show them I’m worth the investment."
The Packers have yet to make a final decision on extending Doubs’ contract, but his recent performances and growing chemistry with quarterback Jordan Love have made it clear that he is a key player for the team’s future. Doubs, known for his strong route running and ability to make clutch plays, is hoping to secure his place in Green Bay’s offense for years to come.
"I’ve put in the work, and I’m just focused on what I can control," Doubs continued. "The contract talks will happen when they happen, but right now, it’s all about being consistent and continuing to show what I can do for this offense."
Doubs’ determination to prove himself is evident, and he’s looking to build on his strong start to the season. With a powerful skill set and a growing connection with Love, Doubs is positioning himself as one of the key pieces in the Packers' rebuilding process.
"I want to be a part of something special here," Doubs said. "I believe in this team, and I believe in what we’re building. I’m ready to be a leader in that locker room and continue to help this team win games."
As the season progresses, the Packers will be closely watching Doubs’ continued development. His desire to earn that extension is clear, and his performance on the field will be the ultimate deciding factor in his long-term future with Green Bay. With the right mindset and relentless drive, Romeo Doubs is ready to prove that he’s worth every bit of that investment.
