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When will Chris Godwin return and play? Who should fnatyasmangers stream on the waiver wire in Week 6. Top Week 6 streamers for fantasy football 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin missed the first three weeks of the season as he was still recovering from his season-ending ankle injury last season.
After appearing in two games, Godwin will now face his second season as he will not play in Week 6 due to a fibula injury.
When will Godwin return to action, and who should managers consider picking up this weekend? Let's dive in!
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Chris Godwin Injury Update
Earlier this week, Rick Stroud of The Tampa Bay Times reported that Godwin was viewed as "week-to-week" due to this fibula injury. While this injury is in different care from the neck injury he suffered last season, Godwin could be facing a lengthy absence.
However, Stroud noted that for now, the team is not looking to place him on the injured reserve.
While Godwin has already been ruled out for Week 6, he will likely be in danger of missing Week 7 as well due to his previous injury history.
UPDATE: Chris Godwin’s fibula injury is in a different area than the fracture he suffered when he dislocated his ankle last Oct. Right now he will be week-to-week depending on how he progresses. There are no plans to put him on injured reserve at this time, per sources. https://t.co/OrCRZ6q7O6
— Rick Stroud (@NFLSTROUD) October 10, 2025
Week 6 Waiver Wire Replacements
With Godwin ruled out, managers may need to pivot to alternative positions on the waiver wire who could have short-term streaming upside this weekend.
Ryan Flournoy, Cowboys
With CeeDee Lamb sidelined last weekend (and listed to miss another game on Sunday), Flournoy enjoyed a breakout game. During their victory over the Jets, Flournoy led the way, catching six of his nine targets for 114 yards. While he will still be the No. 2 option behind George Pickens, Flournoy should continue to see consistent targets as he appears to have surpassed Jalen Tolbert on the depth chart.
Even though he has a tougher matchup against the Panthers, who have allowed the second-fewest PPR points to opposing WRs this season, Flournoy's projected target share in a high-octane offense makes him a viable streaming option.
Ryan Flournoy a Long-Shot Option for Week 6? https://t.co/6CJCSho0Re
— RotoBaller NFL (@RotoBallerNFL) October 10, 2025
Tyquan Thornton, Chiefs
While Tyquan Thornton will see his role decline once Rashee Rice returns from suspension, he should remain in a starting role on Sunday when the Chiefs face the Lions. In their Week 5 loss to the Jaguars, Thornton led the team in receiving yards, catching three of his five targets for 90 yards. Through five games this season, Thornton has tallied 272 yards and three scores on 13 receptions.
Thornton could be in store for another productive showing facing the Detroit Lions in what should be a projected high-scoring affair. Through the first month, the Lions have allowed the seventh-most PPR points to opposing WRs this season, which makes Thornton an intriguing WR3 with upside.
Tre Tucker, Raiders
The final WR is a target for managers in shallower leagues. Tucker enjoyed a career game in Week 3 when he brought in eight receptions for 145 yards and three scores. However, after his two-catch 13-yard showing in Week 4, many managers cut ties with Tucker.
He was able to bounce back in Week 5, bringing in four of his six targets for 62 yards. This weekend, Tucker should be poised to continue to find his footing facing a weak Tennessee secondary. The Titans have allowed the 17th-most PPR points to opposing WRs this season.
In addition, with star tight end Brock Bowers (knee) slated to miss another game, Tucker should remain a top target for Geno Smith.
Wide Receiver Waiver Wire Rankings
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| Rank | Player Name | Pos. | % Ros. | Baller Move |
| 1 | Romeo Doubs | WR | 62 | Add in 10+ Team Leagues |
| 2 | Wan'Dale Robinson | WR | 58 | Add in 10+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 3 | Keon Coleman | WR | 67 | Add in 10+ Team Leagues |
| 4 | Tre Tucker | WR | 45 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 5 | Marquise Brown | WR | 44 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 6 | Sterling Shepard | WR | 3 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 7 | Troy Franklin | WR | 27 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 8 | Kendrick Bourne | WR | 29 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 9 | Christian Kirk | WR | 27 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 10 | Luther Burden III | WR | 10 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 11 | Elic Ayomanor | WR | 25 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 12 | Josh Downs | WR | 48 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 13 | Xavier Legette | WR | 8 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 14 | Ryan Flournoy | WR | 4 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 15 | Luke McCaffrey | WR | 4 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 16 | Tez Johnson | WR | 0 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 17 | Malik Washington | WR | 18 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 18 | Tory Horton | WR | 7 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 19 | Marvin Mims Jr. | WR | 24 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 20 | Isaiah Bond | WR | 5 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 21 | Tyquan Thornton | WR | 21 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 22 | Jalen Tolbert | WR | 4 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 23 | Isaac TeSlaa | WR | 3 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 24 | Jalen Coker | WR | 12 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 25 | JuJu Smith-Schuster | WR | 5 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 26 | Kayshon Boutte | WR | 8 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 27 | Rashod Bateman | WR | 26 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 28 | Christian Watson | WR | 9 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 29 | Jaylin Lane | WR | 0 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 30 | Dontayvion Wicks | WR | 1 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 31 | Tutu Atwell | WR | 0 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 32 | Ashton Dulin | WR | 0 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 33 | Jimmy Horn Jr. | WR | 0 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
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