In a heartbreaking turn of events, Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin endured a horrific ankle dislocation during Monday night’s matchup against the Ravens. The injury left fans and teammates reeling, with quarterback Baker Mayfield expressing his profound sorrow over the situation.
Mayfield, visibly shaken by the injury, lamented the impact it had on the team, saying, “It just absolutely sucks. It sucks for our team, but Chris deserves better than that. He’s an unbelievable guy, unbelievable teammate, he’s been playing extraordinarily this year. I’ve got a heavy heart right now.” Despite the adversity, Mayfield emphasized the need for the team to rally together in support of Godwin, stating, “I don’t know what we’re going to do but have some guys step up, but thoughts and prayers with Chris and his family right now.”
The quarterback went on to highlight Godwin’s invaluable presence within the team, noting, “Chris is an unbelievable veteran presence. Obviously consistent on the field play, but what he does goes throughout the whole building.” Mayfield emphasized Godwin’s role in mentoring younger players, saying, “Goes out of his way to teach the young guys and bring them under his wing. He’s somebody that anybody in the NFL would want on your team. That’s why this hurts.”
As the Buccaneers grapple with the loss of one of their key players, the team is faced with the challenge of filling the void left by Godwin’s absence. However, Mayfield’s words serve as a poignant reminder of the impact that Godwin has had on his teammates, both on and off the field. The team must now come together to support Godwin in his recovery and honor his contributions to the team.
