Chris Godwin Placed on Injured Reserve

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have placed star wide receiver Chris Godwin on injured reserve following a dislocated ankle sustained late in their Monday night game against the Baltimore Ravens, which they lost 41-31. Godwin, who leads the NFL with 50 receptions and is second in receiving yards, will undergo surgery and is likely to miss the remainder of the season, although there remains a slim chance he could return if the team makes a deep playoff run. Coach Todd Bowles confirmed the severity of the injury and expressed concern for Godwin, emphasizing his importance to the team. Additionally, wide receiver Mike Evans is expected to miss at least three games due to a hamstring injury from the same match. The Buccaneers currently sit at 4-3, second in the NFC South, and will need to adapt quickly to the loss of their top pass catchers. The team's future success may hinge on the recovery of both Godwin and Evans.