Huddle Up: Godwin probably will not do much during offseason workouts and could also miss some time at training camp because of his recovery, but the team does not want him to rush back. He is a big part of the passing game when healthy and will be a weekly fantasy option when he plays.

Huddle Up: Johnson is the second receiver that the Buccaneers selected in the 2025 Draft and seems unlikely to see a lot of playing time with the other receivers on the roster. Fantasy players can keep an eye on his situation, but he probably will not be a fantasy option as a rookie.

Huddle Up: The Buccaneers selected Emeka Egbuka in the first round of the draft, but it seems his selection is not because of Godwin's timetable. Fantasy players should monitor his progress during the offseason because he is a weekly starting option in leagues when healthy.

Huddle Up: The biggest shock was where Egbuka landed. Egbuka was considered the most pro-ready receiver in the draft. He also lived in the slot at Ohio State, which is something that likely appealed to the Rams and Texans long-term. Redraft managers should consider Egbuka more of a WR5 option right now barring any bad news regarding Chris Godwin's recovery from his Week 7 ankle injury.

Huddle Up: Bowles made it clear he will have a better idea about Godwin's readiness for the season opener at the end of this month when the 29-year-old takes part in the team's offseason program. Godwin was vying with Ja'Marr Chase as the overall fantasy WR1 when he was lost for the season in Week 7, so his healthy return to the Bucs is no small matter. Fantasy managers should expect some drop-off from Godwin this year following offensive coordinator Liam Coen's departure to Jacksonville, but he should remain a solid WR2 at worst.

Huddle Up: Godwin is no stranger to injuries, but he continues to be productive whenever he is available. Consider him a WR3 with WR2 upside.

Huddle Up: Multiple teams had expressed interest in Godwin this offseason, including one NFL club which "kept writing him blank checks," according to Licht, but he opted to return to the only organization he has ever played for in his eight-year career. Despite experiencing difficulty remaining healthy, Godwin should be viewed as a solid WR3 option for 2025 fantasy leagues.

Huddle Up: Godwin has had numerous season-ending injuries over the years, but he comes right back and returns to WR2/WR3 status. He'll be a WR3 option opposite of Mike Evans again this year.

Huddle Up: Godwin is far and away the best and most accomplished receiver that could be available next week, so it would be no surprise if the Patriots start the bidding around $25 million per season and move up from there. While the Patriots would represent a step down from the Buccaneers initially, Godwin would give Drake Maye the receiving weapon that New England has lacked for a while. Considering how long Tampa Bay has had to get this done, Godwin's odds of a return are probably 50-50 at best. Regardless of whether the Buccaneers or Patriots secure his services, he should be a solid fantasy WR2 at worst in 2025.

Huddle Up: Godwin likely will receive interest from several teams if he hits the free-agent market, but the Buccaneers seem to be the leading candidate for Godwin. He will be a weekly starting option in fantasy leagues next season.

Huddle Up: Head coach Todd Bowles went so far as to say that the Bucs "want (Godwin) back here in every way possible." It seems reasonable to assume the two sides will get something done over the next week or so based on the comments from Bowles and Licht. Assuming that happens, it would throw a bucket of cold water on the Jalen McMillan hype train. Assuming Godwin re-signs and returns to pre-injury form, he should be considered a strong WR2/3 option in 2025.

Huddle Up: Godwin has had his share of injuries over the years, but he has been productive when healthy, and he seemed to have a strong connection with Baker Mayfield. The injury risk is undeniable, but Godwin is worth the risk if you can grab him as your WR3.

Huddle Up: This would seem to be a positive sign for Godwin to re-sign with the Bucs since it gives the two sides about two more weeks to agree to a new contract. At the very least, pushing back the void date delays the $18 million of dead money that was about to go on the team's 2025 salary cap. At this point, it appears more likely than not that Godwin will remain in Tampa and play for his third different offensive coordinator in as many years (Josh Grizzard).

Huddle Up: Godwin is a great WR2, but he has the propensity for the serious injury. So there is risk and reward in taking him as a WR2, but he'll be a great WR3 if he falls in drafts.

Huddle Up: The difference between the two quarterbacks was stark, which should not have been entirely unexpected given the situation for each player and the experience gap. Mayfield recorded only seven throwaways (Williams had 36) and 63 bad throws (Williams had 110), which partially explains how one quarterback threw for 4,500 yards and 41 touchdowns while the other passed for 3,541 yards and 20 TDs. Mayfield also benefited greatly from much better protection than what he had in 2023 and former offensive coordinator Liam Coen's play-calling. It remains to be seen who Tampa Bay hires to replace Coen, but Mayfield has done enough over the last two-plus seasons to earn the benefit of the doubt, especially for as long as he has such a dynamic supporting cast. Consider him a solid low-end QB1 in early fantasy drafts.

Huddle Up: Irving quickly worked his way into a timeshare with Rachaad White and eventually separated himself from White all together. Irving should enter 2025 as the unquestioned lead back for Tampa Bay, giving him RB1 upside.

Huddle Up: Otton finished the season with four games of 35 or fewer receiving yards, and he hasn't found the end zone since Nov. 4. For postseason fantasy leagues, Otton is still a quality start, but for DFS purposes, he might be a little overpriced based on his production down the stretch.

Huddle Up: Otton had been listed as questionable on the injury report after logging one limited practice session and two full sessions during the week. He should see a handful of targets in this game and can be viewed as a low-end TE1 option for fantasy leagues.

Huddle Up: Shepard likely will be involved in the passing game this week but probably will only see a few targets. He can be avoided in most fantasy leagues.

Huddle Up: McMillan has caught a touchdown in each of his last five games and has been targeted at least five times in all five of the games. He should see a good amount of targets again this week and can be a starting option in fantasy leagues.

Huddle Up: Irving has been playing very well over the past month and should see a significant amount of touches this week against the Washington Commanders. He can be a starting option in all fantasy leagues.

Huddle Up: The Buccaneers have been cautious with Evans this week so he can be fully healthy for the playoff game. He will see plenty of targets in the passing game and should be a starting option in all leagues.

Huddle Up: Otton seems to have a good chance to play in the playoff game, but fantasy players can check the inactive list for his official status. He will see a handful of targets if he plays and can be a low-end No. 1 tight end in fantasy leagues.

Huddle Up: Otton appears to be on track to return to the lineup after missing the last few games because of the injury. He will see a handful of targets if he is cleared to play and can be a low-end No. 1 tight end in most fantasy leagues.

Huddle Up: McMillan has been a valuable part of the passing game over the last several weeks and should see a good amount of targets again this week. He can be a starting option in all fantasy leagues.

Huddle Up: Irving should be involved in both the running and passing game during the Wild Card playoff and likely will see plenty of touches during the game. He should be a starting option in all fantasy leagues.

Huddle Up: Shepard seems to have a chance to play, but fantasy players will know more in the next day or two. He will only see a few targets if he is active for the game and can be avoided in most leagues.

Huddle Up: Evans likely was receiving a day off and should be fine for the playoff game against the Washington Commanders. He is the main targets in the passing game for the Bucs and is a must-start option in all leagues.