Tampa Bay Buccaneers star wide receiver Chris Godwin remains sidelined due to a serious ankle injury he sustained in Week 7 against the Baltimore Ravens. Godwin suffered a dislocated ankle in the final minute of the game, and subsequent tests revealed the severity of the injury, which will require surgery.

Injury Update:

– Chris Godwin: Out for the season with a dislocated ankle, according to head coach Todd Bowles. Godwin underwent surgery and is expected to make a full recovery for the 2025 season.

– Mike Evans: Dealing with a hamstring injury, Evans’ status is uncertain, but he’s expected to play against the Lions ¹ ².

Impact on the Team:

The loss of Godwin is a significant blow to the Buccaneers’ offense, which has been performing well this season. With Godwin out, the team will rely heavily on other receivers, such as Jalen McMillan and Mike Evans, to step up and fill the void. Quarterback Baker Mayfield has expressed frustration over the injury, emphasizing the importance of Godwin’s presence on the field ¹ ³.

Godwin’s Progress:

Despite the setback, Godwin is expected to make a full recovery and be ready for the 2025 season. General Manager Jason Licht provided an update on Godwin’s rehab, saying he’s “hitting all of his milestones” and “where he’s supposed to be”. The team is taking a cautious approach to ensure Godwin’s injury is fully healed ⁴.

What’s Next:

The Buccaneers will face the Detroit Lions without their star receiver, and they’ll need to rely on their depth chart to make plays. With a tough matchup against the Lions’ defense, the Buccaneers will need to find ways to overcome the loss of Godwin and secure a win ⁵.