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While McMillan was more consistent as a rookie and is perhaps the safer play, Egbuka has shown a much higher ceiling. Most of that ceiling production came early on, as the then-rookie scored five touchdowns and averaged 20.5 fantasy points per game during his first five outings. He fell off from there (one TD and 7.8 PPG over his final 12 games), though that can partially be attributed to injuries to both he and Baker Mayfield. Of course, with Mike Evans gone, Egbuka has a real shot to operate as Tampa Bay's top target in 2026.

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Egbuka's early-season ceiling and opportunity as Tampa's top target offer massive 2026 upside.

Egbuka is positioned as a 2026 breakout candidate comparable to JSN's leap from good to great. Most of his ceiling production came early, as the then-rookie scored five touchdowns and averaged 20.5 fantasy points per game during his first five outings before falling off (one TD and 7.8 PPG over final 12 games), partially attributed to injuries to both himself and Baker Mayfield. With Mike Evans gone, Egbuka has a real shot to operate as Tampa Bay's top target in 2026, providing massive upside despite some risk after the slow finish.

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