Summary
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers won against the Seattle Seahawks with a score of 38-35 in Week 5 of the NFL season. Rookie Emeka Egbuka set a unique NFL record by becoming the first player to achieve at least 25 catches, 400 receiving yards, and five touchdowns in his first five games. This achievement comes as he fills in for injured veteran wide receivers.
Key Facts
- The Tampa Bay Buccaneers now have a 4-1 record after defeating the Seattle Seahawks.
- In the game, rookie Emeka Egbuka had 163 yards and a touchdown from seven catches.
- Egbuka's performance set an NFL record for a player in their first five games.
- Emeka Egbuka played college football at Ohio State University.
- He was the No. 19 pick in the NFL Draft by the Buccaneers.
- Other top Buccaneers players, Mike Evans and Chris Godwin, are currently sidelined due to injuries.
- Running back Bucky Irving missed the game due to a foot injury but has been a strong contributor.
