Chris Godwin, who suffered a gruesome lower-leg (fibula) injury in 2024, is ready to join the Tampa Bay Bucs’ lineup on Sunday, when they take on the Los Angeles Rams on “Sunday Night Football.”

This will be Godwin’s second attempt at returning from the injury. He tried early in the season,  playing in Weeks 4 and 5 before it was determined that he wasn’t yet fully healed. Subsequently, Godwin has been missing in action for the last six weeks (five games). Per The Athletic‘s Dianna Russini, a source confirmed to her on Friday that the wide receiver will be ready to suit up this weekend.

Godwin will return to his typical position in the slot as a mid-field target for quarterback Baker Mayfield. There has been no mention of him being limited in any way, including a snap count.

Fantasy lowdown: Assuming Godwin is fully healthy this time, he’ll be a sight for sore eyes for managers who have rostered him throughout the process. In Weeks 4 and 5, the wideout totaled just six catches for 52 yards. Mayfield should look for him far more often this time around.

The odd man out is likely to be Sterling Shepard, who has played in the slot when Emeka Egbuka’s role expanded due to the absence of Mike Evans. Tez Johnson should continue to see meaningful snaps on the wing as the offense’s deep threat.

Author: Samwise (@BuyAndSellYou)