Buccaneers Aim to Retain Chris Godwin Amid Contract Negotiations

Tampa Bay extends negotiation deadline as multiple teams express interest in the free agent wide receiver recovering from injury.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin, recovering from a dislocated left ankle, is a pending free agent after his contract's void year was extended to March 12 to allow more negotiation time.
Buccaneers GM Jason Licht and head coach Todd Bowles expressed strong support for Godwin, citing his resilience, work ethic, and importance to the team both on and off the field.
Godwin's 2024 season was cut short in Week 7 due to injury, but he still managed 50 receptions for 576 yards and five touchdowns in seven games.
Several NFL teams, including the Jaguars, Panthers, and Raiders, are reportedly interested in signing Godwin if he enters free agency.
The Buccaneers are exploring salary cap adjustments and draft strategies to retain Godwin while addressing other roster needs, with no plans to use the franchise tag on him this time.