Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) is making good progress after returning to practice last week, but those who ESPN's Jeremy Fowler has spoken to think a return in Week 3 against the New York Jets "might be ambiguous." Godwin returning next week against the Philadelphia Eagles, however, "feels like a real possibility." The 29-year-old suffered an ugly, season-ending dislocated ankle in Week 7 of last year and returned to the practice field for the first time last Thursday. He avoided the Physically Unable to Perform list to begin the season, so Godwin can return at any time once he's cleared. Fantasy managers stashing him in an IR spot have to be pleased by his progress, but make sure to temper expectations once he returns, especially since rookie first-rounder Emeka Egbuka should remain a bit part of the team's passing attack all year.
Sep 18, 2025 12:08 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) was listed as limited for the team's first practice of the week on Wednesday. Godwin made his first appearance at practice this year last Thursday and was limited then, too, before sitting out on Friday. It's a good sign that the 29-year-old is limited to begin the week, but he is not expected to make his 2025 debut until sometime after Week 4 after dislocating his ankle in Week 7 of last year. Tampa is going to take things slow with Godwin, but he should be stashed in an IR spot in all fantasy leagues. Rookie first-rounder Emeka Egbuka has three touchdowns in his first two NFL games, but he could be in danger of missing Week 3 against the New York Jets after sitting out Wednesday's practice with groin and hip ailments. Sterling Shepard would operate as Tampa's No. 2 this Sunday if Egbuka is inactive.
Sep 17, 2025 6:41 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said that wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) will not play in Week 2 against the Houston Texans. Godwin is working his way back from a dislocated ankle that he suffered in Week 7 of 2024 and has since required multiple surgeries. The 29-year-old was able to return to the practice field this week, but was always considered a long shot to play in Week 2. In any fantasy leagues where Godwin is available, he should be stashed in an IR spot ahead of his pending return.
Sep 13, 2025 12:51 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin was back on the practice field Saturday ahead of Monday night's matchup with the Houston Texans. Godwin has been working his way back from a dislocated ankle suffered in Week 7 of last season, an injury that required multiple surgeries and delayed his return. In his absence, rookie wideout Emeka Egbuka has capitalized, scoring twice in Week 1, including the game-winner. While Godwin isn't expected back until after Week 4, this ramp-up period is a strong step toward him being a full participant in games once he is cleared.
Sep 13, 2025 11:27 AM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) was listed as a non-participant in Friday's practice after he was limited in Thursday's session. Godwin practiced with the team on Thursday for the first time this year after suffering an ugly ankle dislocation in Week 7 in 2024. While the 29-year-old is making progress, Friday's DNP is a reminder that he's a long shot to make his return in Week 2 on Monday Night Football against the Houston Texans. Godwin still has a lot of boxes to check with his ankle, but if he keeps making progress, he may be able to return this month. Fantasy managers should be stashing Godwin everywhere, but don't get your hopes up if he doesn't come back in Week 3 against the New York Jets, either. Rookie first-round wideout Emeka Egbuka really impressed in Week 1 and should continue to be a must-start in fantasy with Godwin sidelined.
Sep 12, 2025 5:52 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) and offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs (knee) may return to play on Monday night against the Houston Texans in Week 2, although it would be "extremely unlikely," per FOX Sports' Greg Auman. Both Godwin and Wirfs are coming back from long absences and just returned to the practice field on Thursday, so fantasy managers should not be expecting Godwin to suit up for his 2025 debut on Monday. The 29-year-old suffered a season-ending dislocation of his left ankle in Week 7 of last year. It's good news that he's finally back on the practice field, but he could be fighting an uphill battle to play in Week 3 against the New York Jets, too. It's a bit early to get excited about Godwin coming back, but he should be stashed in all fantasy formats.
Sep 11, 2025 1:51 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) will return to the practice field for the first time on Thursday in a limited fashion. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported the news. Godwin is still working back from a dislocated ankle he sustained in late October of last season, aiming for a return in Week 5 when he's eligible to be reinstated off the PUP List. He'll still have some hurdles to clear, but this is a step in the right direction. Tampa Bay figures to ease the Penn State product back into a normal workload after a severe injury, and they may be even less inclined to rush the veteran with rookie teammate Emeka Egbuka filling in admirably early on in his career. As of now, he's on pace to return at his target date.
Sep 11, 2025 11:29 AM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) is targeting a Week 5 return as he continues to recover from surgery, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Godwin opens the season on the PUP list, but he hopes to return to game action after he misses the minimum four games. With that said, Rapoport noted that Week 6 or Week 7 could also be in play for Godwin's season debut. Whenever he does return, he'll add another weapon to a phenomenal receiving corps that also includes Mike Evans and Emeka Egbuka. He'll rank as a high-end fantasy WR3 with top-15 upside.
Sep 7, 2025 1:07 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles has officially ruled out wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) for Week 1 of the regular season this Sunday versus the division-rival Atlanta Falcons, according to Greg Auman of FOX Sports. The Bucs also ruled out offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs (knee). Both Godwin and Wirfs are expected to miss at least the first couple of weeks of the season, with Godwin potentially not making it back until Week 5 or later after suffering a gruesome dislocated ankle in Week 7 of last year. The 29-year-old should be stashed in most fantasy leagues, but it's going to be some time until we see him make his 2025 debut since he has not practiced at all since having surgery on his ankle. In the meantime, rookie first-rounder Emeka Egbuka figures to see a steady stream of targets behind Mike Evans with Jalen McMillan (neck) on Injured Reserve.
Sep 5, 2025 12:51 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) remained absent from practice for the second straight day on Thursday heading into the Week 1 season opener this Sunday against the division-rival Atlanta Falcons. Although Godwin avoided the Physically Unable to Perform list to open the regular season, he will inevitably be ruled out for Week 1 on Friday and may not be able to make his 2025 debut until Week 5 or later after disclocating his ankle in Week 7 of last year. The 29-year-old figures to be a big part of Tampa's passing attack whenever he makes his way back, which makes him worth stashing in an IR spot in all fantasy formats, but it's probably going to be a while before we see Godwin back on the field. In the meantime, rookie first-rounder Emeka Egbuka should be an every-week starter in fantasy as the WR2 behind Mike Evans.
Sep 4, 2025 7:32 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) did not practice with the rest of the team on Wednesday, per Brianna Dix of Buccaneers.com. Godwin did not land on the Physically Unable to Perform list to begin the regular season, but it doesn't mean that he won't miss multiple weeks after suffering a season-ending dislocated ankle in Week 7 of 2024. In fact, it's possible that Godwin doesn't make his 2025 debut until after Week 5, depending on how he recovers. Keep in mind that the 29-year-old has not been able to practice all summer during training camp and the preseason. Until he's able to return, rookie first-rounder Emeka Egbuka is expected to play a major role in a pass-happy offense as the No. 2 behind Mike Evans. Godwin is worth stashing in an IR spot in all fantasy formats, but managers will need to practice patience.
Sep 3, 2025 6:32 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) will miss the first month of the 2025 season and possibly more, according to general manager Jason Licht. The GM framed Godwin's return as likely October in Week 5 or later. On Wednesday, when asked about a potential timetable for Godwin's return, head coach Todd Bowles said anywhere from Week 2 to Week 5. Licht's statement is obviously much different and paints a much more pessimistic picture for when the 29-year-old pass-catcher will make his season debut after suffering a season-ending dislocated left ankle in Week 7 of 2024 that required surgery. The Bucs signing Godwin to a three-year, $66 million deal in March gave hope that he would be ready for Week 1, but that's just not going to be the case. The stock of rookie first-rounder Emeka Egbuka continues to rise, as he should be Tampa's WR2 for at least the first month.
Aug 28, 2025 4:04 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said that wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) is "getting healthier by the day." Bowles said he can't put a specific timeline on when Godwin might return, but he said it will hopefully be "sooner than later." When asked specifically when the earliest we could see Godwin make his 2025 debut, Bowles said anywhere from Week 2 to Week 5. The 29-year-old passed his physical on Tuesday and will not open the regular season on the Physically Unable to Perform list, which suggests the Bucs think he has a shot to return before Week 5. Still, Godwin needs to get back on the practice field after missing all of training camp and the preseason following his season-ending dislocated left ankle in Week 7 of 2024. Rookie Emeka Egbuka will serve as the team's No. 2 until Godwin can return. In fantasy leagues with IR spots, Godwin is worth a late-round flier.
Aug 27, 2025 1:51 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) has passed his physical, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. That will clear Godwin to be activated from the physically unable to perform list and allow him to begin practicing within the first four weeks of the season. Godwin suffered a dislocated ankle in Week 7 of 2024 and has since undergone two surgeries. The 29-year-old still may not be ready for game action until October, so he's a risky late-round pick in fantasy but one with upside if he can rediscover his form from before he got injured last season. With Godwin sidelined, Buccaneers rookie wide receiver Emeka Egbuka should be heavily relied upon early in the season.
Aug 26, 2025 8:12 PM EST
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers plan to activate ninth-year wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) from the Physically Unable to Perform list and have him on the 53-man roster to begin the season. The team is taking a cautious approach to his recovery from the gruesome ankle injury that ended his 2024 season and still considers him unlikely to play until October. By keeping Godwin off the PUP list to begin the year, they can accelerate his practice window, and the plan is for him to start practicing in Week 2, keeping him on his current recovery timeline. Godwin was the WR2 in PPR formats before his season ended prematurely in Week 7 of last year, and he is currently RotoBaller's WR52, making him a smart late-round pick in all leagues, but especially those with an injured reserve spot.
Aug 21, 2025 9:25 AM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) is still not close to a return from the injury that ended his 2024 season in Week 7. The veteran required another offseason procedure, and the team now expects him to miss at least the first month of the season on the PUP list. That's a major blow for Godwin and Baker Mayfield investors, but it does open opportunities. Rookie Emeka Egbuka and veteran Jalen McMillan should see an expanded target share early in the year, making both intriguing fantasy fliers while Godwin remains sidelined.
Aug 18, 2025 3:42 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) could open the season on the PUP list. According to Scott Reynolds of Penter Report, he would be "shocked" if Godwin does not open the season on the PUP list. The veteran wideout is currently recovering from a dislocated ankle he suffered during Week 7 of the 2024 season. He began training camp on the active/PUP list and could be shifted to the reserve list, which would keep him sidelined for at least the first four games of the regular season. Fantasy managers should continue to pay close attention to his status as his absence would significantly affect the Tampa Bay offense. If he were to sit out, Mike Evans would stand as the clear top option for Baker Mayfield. In addition, rookie Emeka Egbuka could be given a substantial role as well. Before his injury, Godwin was on pace to enjoy potentially the best season of his career as he caught 50 passes for 576 yards and five scores through seven games. When he does return, fantasy managers should expect him to carry solid WR2 upside in PPR leagues given his role as the slot receiver in the offense.
Aug 14, 2025 9:49 AM EST
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers aren't counting out wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) out for Week 1 of the regular season, but ESPN's Dan Graziano writes that "they believe there's a chance he could miss a couple of games at the start of the season as he works his way back from the injury." Rookie first-rounder Emeka Egbuka is expected to be a big part of the offense for however long Godwin is out in the starting lineup next to future Hall of Famer Mike Evans. Graziano thinks that Egbuka could even remain a big part of the offense when Godwin is back. The Bucs are a team that "wants to put three wide receivers on the field as much as possible." An ankle dislocation in Week 7 in 2024 ended Godwin's season, and he remains on the Physically Unable to Perform list at training camp. With each passing day Godwin is absent, he falls a little further in fantasy. Right now, RotoBaller has him ranked as the WR36.
Aug 4, 2025 6:05 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) is reportedly moving around well during practices. It's nice to hear that Godwin is making progress after a brutal dislocation of his ankle sidelined him for a majority of last season. Despite that, the Bucs gave Godwin a three-year, $66 million extension this offseason. The Bucs aren't going to push Godwin too hard, but it seems like he's doing well early in camp. He currently remains without a timetable to return. There's a chance that Godwin is eased back into action early in the season. If that happens, Jalen McMillan and rookie Emeka Egbuka would see increased snaps alongside Mike Evans in a three-receiver set.
Aug 1, 2025 6:13 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said that there isn't a specific timetable on wide receiver Chris Godwin's (ankle) return, but Bowles also noted he is "on track." Godwin's season ended in Week 7 last year when he suffered a dislocated ankle, and he hasn't been able to practice with the team at all. The 29-year-old was put on the Physically Unable to Perform list this week, although he can be activated at any time during training camp. The Bucs gave Godwin a three-year, $66 million deal back in March, so we'd be a bit surprised if he wasn't ready for Week 1 of the regular season this fall. However, that doesn't necessarily mean he'll be at full speed by then, and he could very easily get off to a slow start if he's eased back in. The longer Godwin sits out in camp, the more of a risk he'll be in fantasy drafts, especially after Tampa took rookie receiver Emeka Egbuka in the first round in April.
Jul 23, 2025 5:19 PM EST
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