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5 dark horse candidates to make Buccaneers final roster

By Ryan Doyle

DURHAM, NC - SEPTEMBER 09: Shaun Wilson #29 of the Duke Blue Devils reacts following a touchdown run against the Northwestern Wildcats at Wallace Wade Stadium on September 9, 2017 in Durham, North Carolina. (Photo by Lance King/Getty Images)
DURHAM, NC - SEPTEMBER 09: Shaun Wilson #29 of the Duke Blue Devils reacts following a touchdown run against the Northwestern Wildcats at Wallace Wade Stadium on September 9, 2017 in Durham, North Carolina. (Photo by Lance King/Getty Images) /
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Justin Watson, WR

Although the Buccaneers features one of the best receiving corps in the league, Justin Watson could slide into the final spot. The fifth-round pick has stood out early on including receiving some comparisons to Mike Evans in regards to his build.

Watson will have a tough task ahead of him as Freddy Martino, Bobo Wilson and Bernard Reedy are also in the mix. The aforementioned trio all have a history with the Bucs and all have the ability to return kicks on special teams.

Cole Gardner, T

With tackle Demar Dotson slowly working his way back from injury and Leonard Wester out after suffering an injury during practice, a spot has opened up for Gardner. The former UDFA has taken snaps with the first team and appears to be separating himself from the pack.

Head coach Dirk Koetter has raved about Gardner on more than one occasion and could be an option as a swing tackle when the roster gets trimmed down.

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