Could the Bucs draft the next Deebo Samuel?
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers already have one of the NFL’s best wide receiver tandems in Mike Evans and Chris Godwin, and a big-play threat in Trey Palmer who’s coming off a promising rookie season.
That might not stop them from taking advantage of an incredibly deep wide receiver class in the 2024 NFL draft, though.
If the Bucs do want to dip into this year’s talented group of pass-catching prospects, Western Kentucky’s Malachi Corley could end up being one of their top targets.
A versatile, explosive weapon for the Hilltoppers, Corley has drawn predraft comparisons to San Francisco 49ers star receiver Deebo Samuel, thanks to his strong frame and ability to make big plays anytime the ball’s in his hands.
The Bucs have already shown interest in Corley, as he’ll be among the prospects making a top-30 predraft visit to the team facility:
Western Kentucky WR Malachi Corley will make top 30 pre-draft visits to the #Steelers, #Cowboys, #Browns, #Ravens, #Panthers, #Buccaneers, #Seahawks and #49ers, source says. He’s an intriguing speed/power combination who’s had a good couple of months leading up to the draft. https://t.co/Ghg8KSCJMv
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 26, 2024
Adding Corley would give the Bucs offense yet another dynamic playmaker, and one that could allow new offensive coordinator Liam Coen to get creative with how he engineers touches for such a versatile weapon.
If they’re able to fill their more pressing needs with their top picks, don’t be surprised if the Bucs make a strength even stronger by adding Corley to their receiver room on draft weekend.
