Titans vs. Bucs: 7 Players to watch
By David Rumsey
Aug 29, 2015; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Adam Humphries (11) runs with the ball against the Cleveland Browns during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Cleveland Browns defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-7. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Bucs Sleeper: WR Adam Humphries
It wasn’t until the final preseason game that we really started to realize that undrafted rookie WR Adam Humphries had a chance at making the team. The Bucs had drafted WRs Kenny Bell and Kaelin Clay in the 5th and 6th rounds, respectively, but Humphries play forced the Bucs to put Bell on the IR and release Clay.
His speediness (and his no. 11 jersey) make him look like Julian Edelman on the field, but we don’t know yet if his preseason production will translate into the regular season. The Bucs will probably feature him some in the return game, but will they actually use him in the offense?
It will most likely be a few games before Humphries starts to make a real impact but don’t be too surprised if he makes some noise Sunday. He has spectacular hands and could be a reliable option for Jameis Winston in the slot.
While every other Bucs WR or TE seems to be over 6’5″, Humphries is just 5’11”. That could work to his advantage, though, as he could provide a change of pace from the rest of the receiving corps.
Sep 3, 2015; Nashville, TN, USA; Tennessee Titans receiver Dorial Green-Beckham (17) is tackled after a catch during the first half against the Minnesota Vikings at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
Titans Sleeper: WR Dorial Green-Beckham
The second round draft pick hasn’t played his way into the no. 1 or no. 2 WR role in Tennessee yet, but the talent is definitely there.
Marcus Mariota will need all the help he can get Sunday so I’m sure he’ll be looking Green-Beckham’s way if he needs a big play.
With only Harry Douglas and Kendall Wright above Green-Beckham on the depth chart it seems like he should be ready to take advantage of the opportunity. Watch out for him when the Titans have the ball.