Football Genius Tykee Smith
December 12th, 2024
Back in the spring and summer, Todd Bowles always seemed to speak with a smile and reverence in his voice when mentioning rookie third-round pick Tykee Smith.
The nickel cornerback/safety out of the University of Georgia also impressed the Bucs’ front office for his football aptitude prior to the draft. And some of that love was shown via official Buccaneers video.
Smith endured a freakish knee bruise prior to the Bucs-49ers game on Nov. 10. It cost him three games. He returned Sunday against the Raiders and played well with a key red zone interception.
That had Bowles speaking with great respect and appreciation again.
“It’s rare because he’s a very intelligent football player. Not many rookies take mental reps on the side, whether you’re hurt or not in, and still go out there and execute and understand the game plan,” Bowles said. “And he’s one of the few guys that can do that.”
Bowles called Smith “huge” for also playing safety on Sunday in addition to nickel.
All Joe can do is applaud. What a third-round pick he’s been so far. Smith has proven to be a strong tackler with a knack for forcing fumbles.
Can he keep it up and avoid injuries? That’s probably a key to the Bucs’ chances for a postseason victory.
December 12th, 2024 at 9:04 am
TS23 is a playmaker! It’s good to see him back on the field!
December 12th, 2024 at 9:16 am
Let’s just pray he stays healthy.
December 12th, 2024 at 9:37 am
He is a desperately needed playmaker!
December 12th, 2024 at 9:51 am
Home run draft pick
December 12th, 2024 at 10:13 am
As long as him & Kancey stay healthy they look like they should be alright.
December 12th, 2024 at 11:00 am
Next years draft needs to be spent on all three lines of defense! D.L….Linebacker, secondary…repeat!
December 12th, 2024 at 11:16 am
Kid flow I emphatically agree 💯, if we have a stud receiver standing Us in the face maybe pick him up. But, the Bucs first three to four picks I want to see the top best defensive player on the board come to us. But this season is not over yet let’s go get that playoff experience. Next year keep that health and injury bug out of the building about improving this defense and we will be elite mark it I said it, let’s go Tampa Bay!!!!
December 12th, 2024 at 11:27 am
I’m a huge Gator Fan but last year he was my favorite player to watch in college!
December 12th, 2024 at 11:39 am
It’s looking like this years draft was a fantastic haul with Barton, Tykee and Bucky so far. That’s 3 starters / critical role players.
Imagine if J Mac and/or Braswell can turn into something too?
December 12th, 2024 at 12:09 pm
Licht is on FIRE!!!!
December 12th, 2024 at 12:36 pm
Georgia & Kirby Smart coaches these defensive stars up right. Typically they are NFL ready from the drop.
December 12th, 2024 at 4:48 pm
Tykee, Zyon, and LVD are playing well. Time for a pass rush, from anyone, this Sunday.
December 12th, 2024 at 7:29 pm
I’m not sure Zone 7-10 yds off and let the O run free is a gameplan.
December 13th, 2024 at 12:14 am
heck of a draft pick right here…
dude is real good