Overview
- Egbuka, who drew praise from new coordinator Zac Robinson on Tuesday, is slated to start at flanker with plans to shift him around to create matchups.
- He told the Up & Adams show he feels comfortable with the ball and wants more rushing and manufactured-touch chances.
- Robinson comes from the Sean McVay coaching tree, which leans on pre-snap motion and quick hitters that can include jet sweeps and backfield snaps for receivers.
- With Mike Evans now on the 49ers, Tampa Bay is counting on Egbuka to carry a larger share of the passing game after a rookie year with 63 catches, 938 yards, and 6 touchdowns.
- Analysts are split on his outlook, as Bleacher Report’s Alex Kay forecast a sophomore slump citing his late-season drop-off, while Robinson said he expects “huge, huge strides.”