Report: Chris Godwin Expected To Start Practicing In Week 2 Of Regular Season
August 21st, 2025
More unofficial chatter.
Perhaps the Jalen McMillan neck injury prompted the Bucs to be more open about receiver Chris Godwin’s ankle situation.
Since Saturday night, receiver has become a major concern for Bucs fans, and presumably the organization.
Godwin has been out 10 months followinng a dislocated ankle. For some players, that’s a 5- or 6-month injury.
Godwin had a second surgery for the injury that may or may not have been planned. Regardless, he told SiriusXM NFL Radio months ago that he planned to be seen practicing in training camp. He hasn’t. McMillan will be out at least through Week 9 of the regular season, Joe can report with confidence.
Today, BSPN NFL insider Adam Schefter reported Godwin will be on the Buccaneers’ 53-man roster to start the season and is expected to resume practicing in Week 2 of the regular season. Schefter writes Godwin is unlikely to play until October but the Bucs are pleased with his progress.
Great news, but not the greatest news. Godwin not being able to practice for another 3 1/2 weeks is a good indicator of how far he has to go to be at his peak.
Joe’s major quesiton remains. Will the Bucs go sign a receiver in the next two weeks?