Tez Johnson - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Catches one target in loss Johnson caught one of his four targets for 49 yards and returned two punts for 14 yards in Sunday's 23-19 loss to the Browns.

Impact Johnson played 19 offensive snaps compared to Emeka Egbuka's 56 snaps, Chris Godwin's 56 snaps and Ted Hurst's 48 snaps. The No. 5 wide receiver generated one explosive play for the Buccaneers' offense but could not provide much more to the cause in the losing effort.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Bucs' Release Week Three Depth Chart: Tez Johnson, David Walker Get Their Shot WR Tez Johnson and OLB David Walker each saw an uptick in playing time in Week Two and both took advantage with big plays in key moments

SEPTEMBER 22 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Mayfield Launches Deep Pass to Johnson | Browns vs. Bucs Highlights QB Baker Mayfield throws a 49-yard pass to WR Tez Johnson against the Cleveland Browns in Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season.

SEPTEMBER 20 • BUCCANEERS.COM

One catch to close preseason Johnson secured one of three targets for nine yards in the Buccaneers' 19-0 preseason loss to the Jaguars on Friday.

Impact Johnson recorded his one catch on his initial target of the night, which came with 5:47 remaining in the first quarter on the Buccaneers' second possession. Friday's action was the first of the preseason for the 2025 seventh-round pick, who'd missed the first two exhibitions due to an Aug. 4 groin strain. Johnson outperformed his draft slotting as a rookie with a 28-322-5 line over 16 regular-season games a year ago, and he should have a good chance of reprising a depth receiver role to open the 2026 season.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Godwin Jr. & Tez Johnson on Talent in WR Room | Press Conference Hear from Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Chris Godwin Jr. & WR Tez Johnson as they speak to the media after Tuesday's Preseason Week 3 practice.

AUGUST 25 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Back at practice Tuesday Johnson (groin) is taking part in Tuesday's practice, Greg Auman of Fox Sports reports.

Impact Though it's not clear whether Johnson will be a full or limited participant in Tuesday's session, his presence on the field in any capacity is a sign that he's made good progress in his recovery from the groin strain he sustained earlier this month. Johnson at least appears to be in a better spot on the health front than fellow wideouts Emeka Egbuka (toe) and Jalen McMillan (knee), who are both remaining sidelined for Tuesday's practice.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Todd Bowles on Feisty Night Practice, Progress in Week 2 | Press Conference Tampa Bay Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles spoke to the media following Sunday's Training Camp practice. HC Bowles discussed QB Baker Mayfi...

AUGUST 5 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Suffers groin strain Johnson sustained a strained groin during practice Tuesday, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Impact Johnson had to leave practice early Tuesday after picking up the injury. It's unclear at this point how severe the strain is or how long it will keep the second-year wideout sidelined. Any missed time in practice or preseason games could be a big deal for Johnson, as he's jockeying for pecking-order position with the likes of Jalen McMillan (knee) and Ted Hurst in the Bucs' wideout room.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

What To Make Of Padless Practices? 7 Takeaways From 1st Week Of Training Camp

What has stood out in the first week of training camp? Here are seven things we've learned.

AUGUST 3 • FOX SPORTS

What To Make Of Padless Practices? 7 Takeaways From 1st Week Of Training Camp

"Tampa Bain" Making an Impact: First Padded Practice | Training Camp Report Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith and Team Reporter Casey Phillips report on the latest news from Buccaneers' 2026 Training Camp. They discus...

AUGUST 3 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Tez Johnson, David Walker & More on Making Plays at Camp | Press Conference Hear from Tampa Bay Buccaneers DL Calijah Kancey, WR Tez Johnson and OLB David Walker & as they speak to the media after Sunday's Training C...

AUGUST 2 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Training Camp Takeaways: Practice Day 4 A look at key moments from training camp on Sunday, including an interception by Antoine Winfield Jr., and touchdowns by Tez Johnson and Cad...

AUGUST 2 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Tez Johnson: Being Thrown Into the Fire Led to Confidence Second-year WR Tez Johnson played a suprisingly large role in the Bucs' passing attack as a rookie and is looking like he's ready for more a...

AUGUST 2 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Buccaneers WR Tez Johnson steals the show during impressive training camp practice Tez Johnson is a strong candidate for a breakout year as he continues to impress at Buccaneers training camp.

JULY 30 • THEPEWTERPLANK.COM

Training Camp Takeaways: Practice Day 2 A look at key moments from the grass on Thursday, including touchdowns from wide receiver Tez Johnson and tight end Bauer Sharp, as well as...

JULY 30 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Todd Bowles on Rueben Bain Jr.'s Intelligence | Press Conference Tampa Bay Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles spoke to the media following Thursday's Training Camp practice. HC Bowles discussed player updat...

JULY 30 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Tez Johnson Makes a Big Play Downfield | 2026 Bucs Training Camp Highlight Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Tez Johnson runs a route and goes to bring in a ball thrown by QB Jake Browning during 2026 Training Camp

JULY 30 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Bucs MVDPs: Tampa Bay's Most Valuable Depth Players Meet the Bucs' most valuable depth players for 2026, from Sean Tucker and Ben Chukwuma to Elijah Roberts and Tez Johnson.

JULY 20 • PEWTERREPORT.COM

Buccaneers' Yellowstone bison attack NFL promo gets major backlash The Tampa Bay Buccaneers faced heavy criticism after posting a social media video that used footage of the recent Yellowstone bison attack b...

JULY 14 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Tez Johnson gave Bucs fans a glimpse of what this offense can become The Tampa Bay Buccaneers seem to be utilizing plenty of deep passes in their new offense under Zac Robinson.

JUNE 18 • THEPEWTERPLANK.COM

Hopeful Buccaneers look to first-round draft pick Rueben Bain Jr. to restore "no-losing mentality"

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are counting on first-round draft pick Rueben Bain Jr. to make a significant difference in their defense

APRIL 26 • Associated Press

Rookie Year in Review: Tez Johnson A recap of Tez Johnson’s rookie campaign with the Buccaneers in 2025

APRIL 1 • BUCCANEERS.COM

NFL receiver's ex-girlfriend rocks internet with viral cheating scandal An NFL receiver has brought a lot of negative attention to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this week after his ex-girlfriend revealed a wild cheati...

FEBRUARY 27 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Tez Johnson's ex-fiancee claims he cheated the same day he proposed | Sporting News Tez Johnson was engaged to Laila Thompson-Waine.

FEBRUARY 26 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

2026 NFL Free Agency: Where Will Mike Evans Play in 2026? 5 Best Fits for Bucs WR

Will Mike Evans return to the Bucs, or could he team up with Josh Allen or Patrick Mahomes? Here are our best fits for the star wide receive...

FEBRUARY 18 • FOX SPORTS

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