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Buccaneers will be shorthanded against 49ers on Sunday

Originally posted on 49ers Webzone | By David Bonilla | Last updated Oct 10, 2025 12:36 PM ET

The San Francisco 49ers are facing roster uncertainty due to injuries ahead of their Week 6 showdown with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. But Tampa Bay has significant health concerns of its own.

According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield will likely be without wide receiver Chris Godwin when they host the 49ers at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday.

Bucs WR Chris Godwin (fibula) is not expected to play Sunday vs. 49ers, per source.— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) October 10, 2025

Godwin, who missed the first three games of the season due to an ankle injury, has played in the last two, recording six receptions for 52 yards. He is now dealing with a fibula injury.

Tampa Bay is also unlikely to have Mike Evans, who is expected to miss his third straight game due to a hamstring injury. Evans, the Buccaneers' leading receiver in 2023, has appeared in only three games this season, posting 14 catches for 140 yards and one touchdown.

Neither Evans nor Godwin has practiced this week.

Meanwhile, for the 49ers, backup Mac Jones is expected to make his fourth start in five games as Brock Purdy continues to recover from a toe injury. Jones could be without rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall (knee), while tight end George Kittle (hamstring) isn't expected to return to practice until next week.

Head coach Kyle Shanahan also noted Thursday that wide receiver Jauan Jennings (ankle, rib) remains questionable, with his Week 6 status likely to "come down to the wire."

This article first appeared on 49ers Webzone and was syndicated with permission.

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