EricRivers Jr.

Adam Slivon·Aug 10

Rivers Jr.

has not put together the camp he would like to have. Seeing Rivers getting bested by former FIU and Georgia Tech teammate Dean Patterson IV in recent days (including Sunday) is not a good sign for his chances of carving out a role. Rivers joined the team as the more hyped-up wide receiver, with his 4. 35 40-yard time and production making for an intriguing undrafted free agent signing. Instead, he has failed to make many plays. There has been lack of nuance in his route-running to create open space, which is why the ball has not come his way. In a deep room to begin with, Rivers has not shown much for why he should make the team.

Scott Reynolds·Jun 26

On offense, the Bucs are curious about undrafted free agent wide receiver Eric Rivers, who missed some time during the OTAs with a hamstring injury. Rivers is the fastest receiver with 4.35 speed, and that’s something the receiver room lacks right now – a real burner – despite having tons of talent. The Bucs have always liked to have a receiver with the speed to go deep and stretch the defense – think Scotty Miller and Trey Palmer from yesteryear. So we’ll see if Rivers can step up and stay healthy during camp and the preseason.