Hurst has gone from a quality depth piece to a potential starter for the Buccaneers. That's been helped by an early August knee injury to Jalen McMillan. Asking Hurst, who was playing college football at Georgia State last fall, to leapfrog Egbuka or Godwin is mission impossible, but as long as McMillan is sidelined then Hurst could have an opportunity to lock down the No. 3 WR role as the X receiver in the Bucs passing game. Hurst is an early-declare wide receiver with prototypical NFL size and athleticism. He dominated work at Georgia State (32.9% receiving share) and has earned compliments from both quarterback Baker Mayfield and coach Todd Bowles for his rangy size, body control, quality speed and very good hands. As late-round dart throws go, Hurst is worthy in PPR leagues for however long McMillan is out. In rookie drafts, he should not be drafted before the start of Round 2.
2026 Outlook: Ted Hurst
2026 fantasy player outlook for Ted Hurst, WR, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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