The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a timeline in mind for the return of veteran wide receiver Chris Godwin. Godwin, who signed a new contract with the Buccaneers this offseason after testing free ...

Maybe the Bucs had no choice, given that Godwin had a better financial offer on the table from the Patriots. And while the Patriots ultimately signed receiver Stefon Diggs to a deal containing ...

For Baker Mayfield, Godwin's return is great news. Despite coming off a career year, expectations are even higher for Mayfield in the box score and in the win-loss column.

Godwin’s absence means the Bucs must adjust. Mike Evans remains their top target, but Egbuka, Jalen McMillan, Sterling Shepard and Tez Johnson will all compete for snaps.

With Godwin sidelined at the moment, former Ohio State standout, Emeka Egbuka will now face even heavier expectations. Drafted 19th overall, Egbuka was already expected to play a big role as a rookie.