Bucs Activate WR Chris Godwin From PUP, October Play Expected

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers plan to activate wide receiver Chris Godwin from the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list and include him on their 53-man roster to start the 2025 season, according to multiple reports. Godwin is still recovering from a fractured ankle he suffered in Week 7 of the previous season and is not expected to play immediately, with a return targeted for October. He is expected to begin practicing by Week 2 as part of a gradual ramp-up process. Godwin recently signed a three-year, $66 million contract with $44 million guaranteed to remain with the Buccaneers despite his injury. The team is currently relying on rookie Emeka Egbuka and Sterling Shepard to fill roles in the wide receiver unit, especially with other injuries like Jalen McMillan's neck issue. Overall, the Buccaneers are pleased with Godwin's recovery progress and optimistic about his eventual return to the field.