Predicted Stat Line: Buccaneers WR Chris Godwin vs Dallas

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Wide Receiver Chris Godwin enters Thursday Night Football as Jalon Daniels’ most trusted receiving option.

Godwin caught six passes for 31 yards against Green Bay. He received seven targets during Daniels’ first NFL start.

Through four games, Godwin has 16 receptions for 142 yards. He has also recorded one rushing attempt for 15 yards.

Predicted Stat Line for Chris Godwin vs Dallas

– Targets: 8-11
– Receptions: 6-8
– Receiving Yards: 65-90
– Receiving Touchdowns: 0-1
– Rushing Attempts: 0-1
– Rushing Yards: 0-8

Key Factors Influencing

Godwin’s connection with Daniels could become increasingly important on the short week.

Daniels targeted Godwin seven times during his starting debut. Six of those attempts were completed for 31 yards.

That established Godwin as the rookie quarterback’s preferred option. Tampa Bay should continue leaning on that connection against Dallas.

The Cowboys have allowed the third-most yards and fourth-most points entering Thursday’s matchup.

Dallas also added cornerback Joey Porter Jr. before last week’s game. Porter did not allow a completion against Houston.

That creates an interesting matchup for Godwin. The veteran receiver could see increased attention if Dallas focuses on Tampa Bay’s other weapons.

Godwin’s ability to work underneath could become particularly important. Daniels’ mobility and limited experience make reliable throws increasingly valuable.

The Buccaneers also need more production from their passing game. Tampa Bay has not scored more than 20 points in any game this season.

Final Stat Predictions

– Targets: 10
– Receptions: 7
– Receiving Yards: 78
– Receiving Touchdowns: 1
– Rushing Attempts: 1
– Rushing Yards: 5

Godwin should remain heavily involved as Daniels makes his second career start.

His reliability gives the rookie quarterback a dependable option when Dallas creates pressure.

I expect Godwin to improve upon his modest production against Green Bay.

Prediction: 7 receptions for 78 yards and one touchdown on 10 targets, plus five rushing yards.