49ers vs Bucs Inactives List: Bucs Offense Struggles Without Key Players Evans Godwin and Irving
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers face a significant challenge in their Week Six game against the San Francisco 49ers. Wide receivers Chris Godwin and Mike Evans, integral to the team, will miss the match. Godwin is sidelined due to a fibula injury sustained in Seattle, while Evans is dealing with a hamstring strain.
Impact on Buccaneers’ Offense
The absence of Evans and Godwin, the franchise’s leading pass-catchers, poses a test for the Buccaneers. Running back Bucky Irving will also miss his third consecutive game owing to foot and shoulder issues. These injuries might impact the Bucs’ offensive performance significantly.
Other Notable Inactives
- Zyon McCollum, CB
- Benjamin Morrison, CB
- Josh Williams, RB
McCollum and Morrison, key defensive players, are also on the inactive list. However, cornerback Jamel Dean returns from a hip injury, while safety Christian Izien is back after missing two games with a quad injury.
49ers’ Lineup Changes
The 49ers, facing the Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium, will have wide receiver Jauan Jennings returning after missing their previous game. However, they will miss the services of wide receivers Ricky Pearsall and Jordan Watkins.
49ers’ Key Inactives
- Yetur Gross-Matos, DL
- Jordan James, RB
- Nick Martin, LB
- Ricky Pearsall, WR
- Jordan Watkins, WR
Quarterback Mac Jones will start in place of Brock Purdy, who is recovering from a toe injury. The 49ers elevated defensive lineman Trevis Gipson from their practice squad for this matchup.
Preparing for the Kickoff
Both teams submitted their inactives list at 2:55 p.m. ET on game day, an hour and a half before kickoff. The Buccaneers elevated Owen Wright from their practice squad, while the 49ers made similar preparations to maintain the game-day limit of 48 players.
