The Buccaneers' brass received a favorable review post-draft from a variety of outlets

The Buccaneers added a dynamic offensive weapon early in the weekend than worked on ways to get more pressure on the quarterback and more turnovers in a draft that saw them land many of their favorite targets

Get to know the Buccaneers' Day Three draft selections

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Assistant General Manager Rob McCartney spoke to the media following Day 3 of the 2025 NFL Draft. McCartney discussed WR Tez Johnson's electricity, DL Elijah Roberts' ability to make plays and OLB David Walker's dominance on the field.

OLB David Walker, the Bucs' pick at number 121 overall, had 39 sacks and 82.5 tackles for loss in four seasons at Central Arkansas and the Bucs think he can stay productive at the NFL level

The Bucs used second straight Day Three pick to add pass-rushing juice to their defensive front, this time using pick number 157 on SMU DL Elijah Roberts, who led the FBS in QB pressures over the past two seasons

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers drafted Oregon WR Tez Johnson with the 235th pick in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Wide Receiver Emeka Egbuka spoke to the media during his introductory press conference after being selected 19th overall in the 2025 NFL Draft. WR Egbuka discussed his love for football, how he models his game and how his family has impacted his life.

View pictures of Ohio State's Emeka Egbuka, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 19th overall pick in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Outside Linebacker David Walker spoke to the media during his introductory press conference after being selected 121st overall in the 2025 NFL Draft. OLB Walker emphasized his love for the game, his excitement to play with teammates OLB Yaya Diaby & OLB Haason Reddick and his pride in continuing his family's legacy alongside his brother.

Listen as GM Jason Licht and HC Todd Bowles call to select SMU DL Elijah Roberts in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Catch the 2025 NFL Draft on NFL Network, ABC & ESPN from April 24-26!

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Defensive Lineman Elijah Roberts spoke to the media during his introductory press conference after being selected 157th overall in the 2025 NFL Draft. DL Roberts discussed how much this moment means to him, his ability to impact the game from anywhere on the line, and his pride in representing Florida while learning from a veteran leader like LB Lavonte David.

View pictures of Tez Johnson, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 235th overall pick in the 7th round of the 2025 NFL Draft

Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Tez Johnson spoke to the media during his introductory press conference after being selected 235th overall in the 2025 NFL Draft. WR Johnson expressed his excitement about reuniting with former Oregon teammate RB Bucky Irving, shared his enthusiasm for contributing as a punt returner, and emphasized his eagerness to learn and grow within the receiver room.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Vice President of Player Personnel Mike Biehl spoke to the media following Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft. Biehl discussed the team's approach to the draft, what allows the Bucs to be so successful and addressing the secondary in Rounds 2 & 3.

Watch some of Oregon WR Tez Johnson's top plays from his college career.

Watch some of SMU DL Elijah Roberts' top plays from his college career.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers select SMU DL Elijah Roberts in Round 5 of the 2025 NFL Draft with the No. 157 overall pick. Catch the 2025 NFL Draft on NFL Network, ABC & ESPN from April 24-26!

View pictures of XX, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 157th overall pick in the 5th round of the 2025 NFL Draft

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