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As the Tampa Bay Buccaneers take on the New York Jets on Sunday afternoon, the team is dealing with a multitude of injuries, one of them being to rookie wide receiver Emeka Egbuka. While the Buccaneers’ rookie in Egbuka missed practice on Thursday, there is positive news regarding his possible status for Sunday.
Rick Stroud of The Tampa Bay Times would report that Egbuka has “returned to practice,” which is no doubt a positive sign for him to play for the team against the Jets. In other news that Stroud reported, wide receiver Chris Godwin and offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs were also at practice, but they are “not expected to play.”
“Good news for Bucs. WR Emeka Egbuka has returned to practice,” Stroud wrote on X, formerly Twitter. “WR Chris Godwin and T Tristan Wirfs are also working but not expected to play.”
Good news for #Bucs. WR Emeka Egbuka has returned to practice. WR Chris Godwin and T Tristan Wirfs also working but not expected to play. pic.twitter.com/YX4TFeF4zO
— Rick Stroud (@NFLSTROUD) September 19, 2025
“Emeka Egbuka (hip, groin) seen participating in practice Friday,” Underdog NFL wrote on X.
With the Buccaneers dealing with a ton of injuries, seeing Egbuka back on the field was one that is sure to give fans a sigh of relief, especially after an impressive start to the season. Just on Thursday, there was concern for his status when he wasn’t participating in practice “due to a hip/groin injury,” according to Stroud.
“Jarring to see that Emeka Egbuka did not practice due to a hip/groin injury. Cody Mauch (knee), SirVocea Dennis (ankle), and Haason Reddick (shoulder) are also limited. QB Baker Mayfield has a foot/toe injury but practiced,” Stroud wrote.
At any rate, Tampa Bay has started the season 2-0 and looks for their third straight on Sunday against the Jets, making their significant mark on the AFC North.
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