Who Should I Start? Chris Godwin or James Cook

Sunday, September 21, 12:42 AM

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) has a "strong chance" to make his season debut in Week 4's outing with the visiting Philadelphia Eagles. It's excellent news for him and the team, as Schefter notes that Godwin is expected to begin running reps with the starters in next week's practice. There remains a strong likelihood that the veteran will be eased back into a full workload. However, he should be a boost for quarterback Baker Mayfield and the rest of Tampa Bay's offense. Despite the encouraging news, expectations need to be tempered for Godwin's return, particularly with rookie wideout Emeka Egbuka (hip, groin) looking unfazed by NFL defenses.

Friday, September 19, 9:50 AM

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook was excellent on Thursday against the Miami Dolphins, carving up the Dolphins' defense with 108 rushing yards on 19 carries, which was suitable for 5.68 yards per carry. He also scored a touchdown on the ground, which was from two yards out to put the Bills ahead 21-14 in the third quarter. Cook also contributed 10 yards through the air on three receptions, to tally 118 all-purpose yards on the evening. Cook has now totaled over 100 all-purpose yards and a touchdown in each of his three contests so far in 2025, putting to bed any doubt about his touchdown regression from 2024. Up next for Cook is a home game against the New Orleans Saints, where the Bills will presumably be heavy favorites again, which sets the stage for additional rush attempts for Cook.