Buccaneers WR Emeka Egbuka Suffers Hamstring Injury in Week 6 Clash Against 49ers
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers faced a significant setback during their Week 6 match against the San Francisco 49ers. Star rookie wide receiver Emeka Egbuka suffered a hamstring injury that ruled him out of the game in the fourth quarter.
Injury Details
The injury was announced by the Buccaneers, who initially listed Egbuka as doubtful to return. The exact moment of the injury remains unclear. However, Egbuka was seen on the sidelines during the game’s second half.
Receiver Status
The Buccaneers were already missing key players for this matchup. Mike Evans was sidelined due to a hamstring issue, while Chris Godwin was unavailable due to a fibula injury. With Egbuka’s exit, the team’s receiver depth was further compromised.
Game Performance
- Emeka Egbuka had two receptions for 24 yards before leaving the game.
- He was targeted four times by quarterback Baker Mayfield.
Remaining Receivers
Following Egbuka’s injury, the Buccaneers had four healthy wide receivers available. The current depth chart includes:
- Sterling Shepard
- Tez Johnson
- Ryan Miller
- Kameron Johnson
This situation will be monitored closely as updates become available regarding Egbuka’s recovery and return to the field.
