The Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5-1) will visit the Detroit Lions (4-2) in Week 7. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR Chris Godwin.
Is Chris Godwin Playing in Week 7?
Godwin is doubtful for Sunday’s game against the Lions and is unlikely to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Buccaneers’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Chris Godwin in Week 7?
The fibula fracture last season was gruesome, and that’s why we were all so glad to see 29-year-old Chris Godwin back on the field in Week 4, earning 10 targets against the Eagles in his season debut.
A week later, it was four targets, and last week, a DNP – fibula.
This is obviously tough to see for a player who worked so hard to get back on the field, but I can’t help but speculate that the team could be regretting using him as a full-go in his season debut and that the result forecasts a cautious approach moving forward.
The Bucs travel to New Orleans next weekend before going on their bye in Week 9, meaning that you’re more likely than not betting on Godwin until Week 10 (vs. NE) at the earliest, considering that he was ruled out this week before Tampa Bay even hit the practice field.
There are valuable targets to earn and an ultra-favorable playoff schedule to entice: Godwin needs to remain rostered, even if the outlook is cloudy at best right now.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Godwin’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 7
Godwin is projected to score 0.0 points in PPR formats. This includes 0.0 receptions for 0.0 yards and 0.0 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 7 Weather Impact: Buccaneers at Lions
Since the Lions play in a dome, there is no weather impact for this Week 7 matchup. Temperatures will be a comfortable 72 degrees Fahrenheit with no wind.
