Buccaneers receiver Tez Johnson takes on bigger role amid injuries
The gist
Second-year Buccaneers receiver Tez Johnson logged a season-high 41 snaps and 33 yards with a touchdown in Week 7.
His 19.8 yards per catch leads the team as Tampa Bay's passing game sits last in the NFL.
How it unfolded
- Aug 2, 2026Johnson is described as one of the early standouts in Buccaneers training camp after playing a surprisingly large role as a rookie.
- Sep 4, 2026In his first preseason action after an Aug. 4 groin strain, Johnson catches one of three targets for nine yards in a 19-0 loss to the Jaguars.
- Oct 27, 2026With Emeka Egbuka out, Johnson starts in a three-receiver set against Carolina, logging a season-high 41 snaps and leading the team with 33 receiving yards and a touchdown.