The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will look to get rookie wide receiver Ted Hurst more involved against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The third-round pick has shown flashes of big-play potential during his first NFL season, giving Tampa Bay another option in its receiving corps.

Hurst has recorded eight receptions for 128 yards and one touchdown through five games. His best performance came against Minnesota, when he caught one pass for 40 yards and a touchdown. After failing to record a reception against Dallas, Hurst could look to make an impact against Pittsburgh.

• Targets: 2-5
• Receptions: 1-3
• Receiving Yards: 20-45
• Receiving Touchdowns: 0-1
• Longest Reception: 12-25 yards
• First Downs: 1-2

Hurst has demonstrated the ability to produce explosive plays despite receiving limited opportunities. His 40-yard touchdown against Minnesota showed how he can turn a single reception into a significant scoring contribution. More consistent involvement could help him establish a larger role in Tampa Bay’s offense.

Jalon Daniels’ continued development will influence Hurst’s opportunities against Pittsburgh. Daniels completed 19 of 25 passes for 189 yards and one touchdown in the victory over Dallas. Building on that performance could create additional chances for Hurst to contribute through the air.

The Steelers’ pass rush could affect Tampa Bay’s ability to develop longer passing plays. Daniels may need to get the football out quickly, potentially limiting opportunities for Hurst to work downfield. However, the rookie receiver’s size and ability to stretch the field could create favorable matchups.

Hurst’s target volume remains the biggest uncertainty entering this matchup. He has received 16 targets through five games, but his involvement has varied considerably from week to week. A few well-timed opportunities could still produce meaningful yardage, especially if he finds space behind Pittsburgh’s coverage.

• Targets: 3
• Receptions: 2
• Receiving Yards: 31
• Receiving Touchdowns: 0
• Longest Reception: 19 yards
• First Downs: 1

Hurst remains a developing option in Tampa Bay’s passing attack, but his early production offers reasons for optimism. His ability to generate yards on limited touches gives the Buccaneers another potential weapon against Pittsburgh.

Expect Hurst to see a handful of opportunities while continuing to develop his connection with Daniels. Two receptions for 31 yards would provide a modest contribution as Tampa Bay looks to maintain offensive balance.

Prediction: 3 targets, 2 receptions, 31 receiving yards, and 0 touchdowns.

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