Buccaneers' Coach Bowles Defends Decision After WR Godwin's Injury

In Week 7, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers faced a tough loss against the Ravens, losing 31-41. But the real blow came when their receiver, Chris Godwin, got injured with just under a minute left in the game. The team was already down by 10 points and had lost Mike Evans to a hamstring injury earlier in the game. ESPN commentators Troy Aikman and Joe Buck questioned whether the team should run out the clock to protect their players. Sadly, the worst happened. Chris Godwin hurt his leg while trying to catch a pass. The commentators and fans wondered why the coach, Todd Bowles, didn't just let the clock run out. Bowles explained that the team was trying to win the game, even with Evans out. He said they didn't have many receivers left. Now, the Buccaneers have to move on, but it's tough, especially with Godwin injured.

There's no clear update on Godwin's injury yet, but it's thought to be serious. NFL insider Dov Kleiman reported that Godwin might have a dislocated ankle. Coach Bowles said it doesn't look good. On top of that, Mike Evans is already ruled out with a hamstring injury. The team might turn to Sterling Shepard or Jalen McMillan next. The Buccaneers have a rough road ahead. They've lost two key receivers and a game. It'll be a challenge for them to bounce back.

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