"Egbuka, the Bucs' 19th overall draft pick, had 445 receiving yards entering Sunday's game -- fourth most in the league. His five touchdowns were tied for second most in the league. It potentially leaves quarterback Baker Mayfield -- whom many have dubbed as an early MVP candidate -- even more short-handed in the passing game. But then moments after the announcement about Egbuka was made, Mayfield avoided a sack for a 15-yard scramble on third-and-14"
"This also marked the second missed game for running back Bucky Irving, who is dealing with a foot sprain and a shoulder subluxation. Wide receiver Jalen McMillan, who suffered a neck sprain in the second preseason game, is on injured reserve but the hope is he can return after the Bucs' Week 9 bye. Evans has not returned to practice yet, but his initial projected timeline for recovery was 3-4 weeks, meaning he could potentially return next week against the Detroit Lions."
Rookie wide receiver Emeka Egbuka suffered a hamstring injury against the San Francisco 49ers and was ruled out for the remainder of the game. Egbuka entered the game with 445 receiving yards and five touchdowns, ranking among the NFL leaders. Quarterback Baker Mayfield responded with a 15-yard scramble and a 45-yard touchdown to Tez Johnson. The Buccaneers face multiple injuries: Mike Evans (hamstring), Chris Godwin (fibula after returning from ankle surgery), Bucky Irving (foot sprain, shoulder subluxation), and Jalen McMillan (neck, on IR). Evans could be available after the Week 9 bye; Godwin's status is week-to-week.
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