Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (leg), who hasn't played since Oct. 5 due to a fibula injury, might not return until late November or early December, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. Godwin has missed the last three games and has not practiced yet this week, so it's looking likely he'll miss a fourth straight game in Week 10 against the New England Patriots. The 29-year-old got a late start to the year in 2025 after recovering from a gruesome dislocated ankle that he suffered in Week 7 of last season, and then he injured his fibula shortly after returning. The Bucs just aren't going to rush Godwin back into the fold, even though they may be without future Hall of Fame receiver Mike Evans (collarbone) for the rest of the season. It means that rookies Emeka Egbuka and Tez Johnson could be quarterback Baker Mayfield's top two targets for several more weeks.
Nov 6, 2025 7:11 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (leg) was not spotted at Thursday's practice, according to FOX Sports' Greg Auman. Godwin continues to be affected by a fibula injury that he picked up in Week 5's win over the Seahawks, and is now in danger of missing a fourth consecutive appearance. If he's inactive again, it will be teammates Sterling Shepard, Emeka Egbuka, and Tez Johnson out there in three-wide-receiver sets for their matchup with the visiting New England Patriots -- a personnel they deploy at the tenth-highest rate (66.94%). Tight end Cade Otton would also continue to see a bump in targets.
Nov 6, 2025 12:09 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (leg) is not expected to practice on Wednesday, per Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times. Godwin missed the team's final three games before their Week 9 bye due to a leg injury, and it appears he may not be ready to return in Week 10 against the New England Patriots. It's beginning to look like somewhat of a lost season due to injury for Godwin, who also missed Tampa Bay's first three games of 2025 while recovering from the dislocated ankle that ended his 2024 season. In the two games he's played this season, Godwin has recorded six catches for 52 yards on 14 targets. If he remains sidelined in Week 10, Buccaneers rookie wideout Tez Johnson could maintain a sizable role in the team's offense. Johnson has recorded 10 catches for 146 yards and two touchdowns on 18 targets over his last three games played. Veteran wideout Sterling Shepard and tight end Cade Otton are also candidates to be the team's number two pass-catcher behind star wide receiver Emeka Egbuka.
Nov 5, 2025 11:21 AM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said on Wednesday that wide receiver Chris Godwin (leg) will not be back this Sunday to take on the division-rival New Orleans Saints in Week 8, according to FOX Sports' Greg Auman. Godwin got a late start to the 2025 campaign while recovering from a season-ending dislocated ankle that he suffered in Week 7 of last year, and then suffered a fibula injury that will now keep him out for a third straight game. In addition to Godwin's injury, Tampa lost future Hall of Fame wideout Mike Evans (collarbone) for most of the rest of the season when he fractured his clavicle in Monday night's loss to the Lions. Fantasy managers who have been stashing Godwin will be keeping their fingers crossed that he'll be able to return after next week's bye to take on the New England Patriots in Week 10. With Evans now potentially out the rest of the year, Godwin figures to be heavily involved in the passing attack next to rookie first-rounder Emeka Egbuka whenever he returns.
Oct 22, 2025 1:13 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin Jr. (fibula) missed his team's Week 7 loss to the Lions on Monday Night Football, and even though he's recovering, Coach Todd Bowles didn't seem confident the veteran receiver will be ready to return in Week 8 against the Saints. With a bye week in Week 9, the Bucs may play it safe with Godwin, who played two games after returning from his dislocated ankle and broken fibula suffered last season. This leg injury is in a different place, according to Bowles, but he still looks like a long shot to play in Week 8. If Godwin is out again, he'll join Mike Evans (collarbone) on the sidelines, leaving lots of work for rookies Emeka Egbuka and Tez Johnson, while Cade Otton would also stay more involved as a pass-catching tight end option.
Oct 21, 2025 9:29 AM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving (foot/shoulder) and wide receiver Chris Godwin Jr. (fibula) are both recovering from their injuries, but Coach Todd Bowles said they may not play this week against the Saints. With a Week 9 bye following just one more game, it makes sense that the team would be cautious with the two playmakers, with the hopes of getting them back in Week 10 when they host the Patriots. If Irving misses a fourth straight game, Rachaad White and Sean Tucker would remain the backfield rotation for Tampa, with White taking most of the work as a strong RB2 in New Orleans. If Godwin is out, he'll join Mike Evans (collarbone) on the sidelines, leaving lots of work for rookies Emeka Egbuka and Tez Johnson, while Cade Otton would also stay more involved as a pass-catching tight end option.
Oct 21, 2025 9:11 AM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (fibula) will miss his second straight game in Week 7 against the Detroit Lions due to a fibula injury. Godwin missed the first three weeks of the 2025 season while still recovering from a lower leg injury that ended his 2024 season. He recorded six catches for 52 yards on 14 targets across Weeks 5 and 6, but it appears he's still having lower-body issues that will keep him on the sidelines. Buccaneers wide receivers Mike Evans (hamstring) and Emeka Egbuka (hamstring) are both game-time decisions in Week 7, so Tampa Bay's wide receiver room is in flux. If one or both of Evans and Egbuka are out, the Buccaneers will likely rely on at least one of Sterling Shepard, Tez Johnson, and/or Kameron Johnson for wide receiver production against Detroit.
Oct 18, 2025 12:51 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (fibula) was not spotted at Saturday's practice ahead of the team's Monday night matchup against the Detroit Lions. Godwin suffered a fibula fracture in 2024 that required two surgeries, and the lingering effects of that injury continue to impact him. Godwin appears to be trending in the wrong direction for Week 7, and with the Buccaneers' bye week coming in Week 9, it would make sense for the team to give the veteran extra time to recover for the later part of the season. If Godwin is ruled out, expect Sterling Shepard, Tez Johnson, and Kameron Johnson to see expanded roles in Tampa Bay's passing game during their primetime clash with Detroit.
Oct 18, 2025 11:40 AM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (leg) is missing a second straight practice this week on Friday, according to FOX Sports' Greg Auman. Godwin didn't make his 2025 debut until Week 4 after recovering from a dislocated ankle he suffered in Week 7 of last year. The 29-year-old played in only two games before injuring his fibula, and now he's on track to miss a second straight game in Week 7 when the Bucs take on the Detroit Lions on Monday night. Additionally, rookie Emeka Egbuka (hamstring) is expected to sit out, leaving Tampa's receiving corps pretty thin. The good news is that they could be getting Mike Evans (hamstring) back for the first time since Week 3. Still, even if Evans returns, he could be on a pitch count, leaving plenty of targets for the likes of Sterling Shepard, Kameron Johnson, Tez Johnson, and tight end Cade Otton. It's unclear if Godwin will be able to return in Week 8 against the division-rival New Orleans Saints.
Oct 17, 2025 12:19 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (leg) is not on the practice field with the rest of the team on Thursday, per the Tampa Bay Times' Rick Stroud. Head coach Todd Bowles said on Monday that Godwin is "not in play" to be active for the team's Week 7 tilt on Monday night against the Detroit Lions due to a fibula injury that kept him out of the Week 6 victory over the San Francisco 49ers. Tampa could be getting Mike Evans (hamstring) back this week, but along with Godwin, both wideout Emeka Egbuka (hamstring) and running back Bucky Irving (foot, shoulder) are expected to be out. The 29-year-old Godwin didn't make his 2025 debut until Week 4 after recovering from a dislocated ankle that he suffered in Week 7 of last year. Now he's dealing with a fibula injury that could keep him sidelined beyond Week 7. Health issues and the quick emergence of Egbuka have cratered Godwin's fantasy value so far this year.
Oct 16, 2025 12:23 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said on Monday that wide receiver Chris Godwin (leg) is not in play to return for the team's Week 7 Monday night contest versus the Detroit Lions, according to Greg Auman of FOX Sports. Godwin didn't make his 2025 debut until Week 4 after recovering from a dislocated ankle last year, and he was only able to play in two games before suffering a fibula injury that kept him sidelined in the Week 6 win over the San Francisco 49ers. It appears Godwin is going to miss a second game, too. With rookie Emeka Egbuka (hamstring) getting hurt on Sunday, and Mike Evans (hamstring) still out, the Bucs could be down to Sterling Shepard, Kameron Johnson, and Tez Johnson as their starters in three-wide sets in Week 7. If Godwin doesn't play next Monday night, his next chance to return would come in Week 8 against the division-rival New Orleans Saints.
Oct 13, 2025 12:47 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (leg) is not expected to play in the Week 6 game against the San Francisco 49ers after he missed practice all week. Godwin's fibula injury is in a different area than the fracture he suffered when he dislocated his ankle last October. Right now, he will be week-to-week, depending on how he progresses, according to Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times. The Bucs have no plans to place Godwin on Injured Reserve at this time, according to sources. Godwin made his 2025 debut in Week 4, but now he's injured again and could miss multiple games. Mike Evans (hamstring) is going to miss another game, too, leaving rookie first-rounder Emeka Egbuka and Sterling Shepard as the team's top two wideouts. Tez Johnson should also have an elevated role, and tight end Cade Otton figures to draw more looks in the passing game.
Oct 10, 2025 12:24 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (fibula) is not expected to play in Week 6 against the San Francisco 49ers due to a fibula injury, per ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. Godwin returned in Week 4 from an ankle injury that caused him to miss the first three games of the season and has recorded six catches for 52 yards on 14 targets over the past two weeks. With Bucs wideout Mike Evans (hamstring) also expected to be sidelined in Week 7, rookie wide receiver Emeka Egbuka will be the clear number one option in the passing game for quarterback Baker Mayfield. Additionally, veteran wideout Sterling Shephard should be expected to play a larger role, and tight end Cade Otton could see an uptick in targets as well. Shephard has recorded 17 catches for 191 yards and a touchdown on 24 targets through five games this season, and could be a decent deep-league flex option in Week 6 with Godwin sidelined.
Oct 10, 2025 10:15 AM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (leg) was not seen at Thursday's portion of practice open to the media, according to River Wells of Bucs Gameday. Godwin also sat out the first practice of the week on Wednesday with a fibula injury, putting his status for Sunday's contest against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 6 in question. Mike Evans (hamstring) remains sidelined and is expected to miss another game this weekend, so if Godwin is out as well, Sterling Shepard would be the clear WR2 for quarterback Baker Mayfield behind impressive rookie first-rounder Emeka Egbuka. In addition to Shepard seeing an increased role, Tez Johnson and Ryan Miller would be in line for more offensive snaps if Godwin cannot play in Week 6. Godwin didn't make his 2025 debut until Week 4 after recovering from a dislocated ankle in Week 7 of last year. In his first two games this season, he has caught six of 14 targets for 52 scoreless yards.
Oct 9, 2025 12:29 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (leg) was absent during Wednesday's practice session. Godwin made his season debut in Week 4 and already picked up a new injury. The 29-year-old is reportedly dealing with a fibula issue, which sounds like an injury that could sideline him in Week 6. It's only Wednesday, so fantasy managers shouldn't jump to conclusions yet. However, fantasy managers should monitor the injury report on Thursday and Friday. Fellow wideout Mike Evans (hamstring) remained out of practice on Wednesday. If they both sit, Emeka Egbuka and Sterling Shepard would be the top wideouts for Sunday's game against the San Francisco 49ers.
Oct 8, 2025 9:36 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin put together a quiet season debut during last week's loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Godwin made his first appearance since suffering an ugly ankle injury that ended his season mid-way through last season. The 29-year-old hauled in three of his 10 targets for 26 yards during last week's loss. It wasn't an ideal performance, but Godwin figures to continue seeing a ton of targets. The Bucs are without both Mike Evans (hamstring) and Bucky Irving (foot) for Sunday's Week 5 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. That being said, Godwin figures to once again see a high volume this weekend. Fantasy managers in PPR formats should be able to trust him as a low-end WR2.
Oct 3, 2025 5:08 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin wasn't exactly eased back into the offense in his season debut in the Week 4 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, as he was targeted a team-high-tying 10 times. Godwin came down with only three catches for 26 yards, but it was a good sign to see him play 81% of the offensive snaps in his first game since dislocating his ankle in Week 7 of last year. It helped that top wideout Mike Evans (hamstring) was inactive in this game, but the main takeaway is that Godwin is a full-go moving forward and should have WR2 upside for a Week 5 tilt against the hosting Seattle Seahawks this Sunday. Evans is expected to miss multiple games, so Godwin should be heavily targeted once again as he gets his legs under him in a pass-happy offense.
Sep 30, 2025 12:57 PM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) is officially active for Sunday's Week 4 contest against the Philadelphia Eagles. He had been listed as questionable but was trending in the right direction after logging a full practice on Friday. The talented receiver is making his season debut after recovering from a devastating injury during the middle of last season. He's expected to step into a massive role alongside Emeka Egbuka with Mike Evans (hamstring) sidelined. Godwin is a solid low-end WR2 option with WR1 upside in most fantasy leagues.
Sep 28, 2025 11:31 AM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) is expected to play in Sunday's Week 4 contest against the Philadelphia Eagles, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. With that said, it's worth noting that NFL Network's Ian Rapoport indicated that Godwin could be on a snap count for his 2025 season debut. Even if he doesn't play a full array of snaps, Godwin is still an intriguing fantasy option. He excelled before getting hurt last year and should pick up right where he left off as he fills the void of Mike Evans (hamstring). He should be viewed as a mid-to-low WR2 this weekend, with the potential to climb up rankings even further going forward.
Sep 27, 2025 9:45 AM EST
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said that wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) will be listed as questionable for Sunday's Week 4 game against the Philadelphia Eagles, according to Greg Auman of FOX Sports. Despite the questionable tag, Godwin is still trending in the right direction to make his 2025 debut after suffering an ugly ankle dislocation in Week 7 of last year. It's good timing with fellow wideout Mike Evans (hamstring) set to miss at least a couple of weeks with a hamstring injury he suffered in Week 3. The 29-year-old Godwin will be a big part of Tampa's passing attack this year, but it might take him a bit to get up to speed after such a long layoff from game action. Expect the Bucs to ease him back into the offense this weekend if he's officially active, with rookie Emeka Egbuka and Sterling Shepard likely seeing more targets.
Sep 26, 2025 12:37 PM EST
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