Should You Start Chris Godwin Against the Falcons in Week 8 With Emeka Egbuka Sidelined Again?

Fantasy rankings may have to lower expectations for Tampa Bay Buccaneers receiver Chris Godwin Jr. in Week 8 against the Atlanta Falcons. Although Emeka Egbuka is sidelined again due to a foot injury, Godwin’s PPR upside looks capped because Tampa Bay remains run-first and threw only 11 passes in last week’s 43-13 rout of Carolina. In that game, Godwin led Bucs receivers with 46 of 63 offensive snaps, catching 4 of 5 targets for 27 yards. Through seven games, he has 27 catches for 243 yards and no touchdowns, with a FantasyPros consensus of WR35. Atlanta’s pass defense ranks 29th, creating the clearest matchup, while the Falcons also allow solid rushing volume.