Emeka Egbuka Scores 1st NFL TD as Fans Hype Fantasy Potential After Bucs vs. Steelers

Tampa Bay Buccaneers first-round pick Emeka Egbuka gave fans something to cheer about during Saturday’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, hauling in his first NFL touchdown on his only reception of the night.

The No. 19 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft out of Ohio State continued his strong preseason showing. In his debut, Egbuka recorded 21 yards on a single catch in the Bucs’ 29-7 win over the Tennessee Titans. The team has been gradually easing the 22-year-old into action ahead of the regular season.

Egbuka’s touchdown came in tight coverage in the end zone, where he dropped low to secure a well-placed pass from quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, giving the Bucs a 14-7 lead before halftime.

Fans took to social media to hype up the rookie receiver after his second preseason game, praising his ability to make big plays in limited snaps.

Bridgewater also connected with second-year running back Bucky Irving — the Oregon product — for another touchdown on Saturday, as Tampa Bay’s offense looked well-oiled throughout the first half.

Last season at Ohio State, Egbuka ranked 28th in total yardage across college football, finishing with 1,011 yards on 81 receptions as a key contributor to the Buckeyes’ College Football Playoff championship run.

The Buccaneers will close out their preseason at home next Saturday against the Buffalo Bills.