Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Chris Godwin

How Chris Godwin built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Chris Godwin is a professional American football wide receiver currently playing for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFL. He played college football at Penn State before being drafted by the Buccaneers in the third round of the 2017 NFL Draft. Godwin is known for his skills as a receiver, contributing to the Buccaneers' offense. He was part of the team that won Super Bowl LV against the Kansas City Chiefs.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

January 5, 2017: Declared for 2017 NFL Draft

On January 5, 2017, Chris Godwin announced that he would be entering the 2017 NFL Draft, forgoing his final year of eligibility at Penn State.

March 2017: Participated in 2017 NFL Combine

In March 2017, Chris Godwin showcased his athletic abilities at the 2017 NFL Combine, excelling in vertical jump, 40-yard dash, bench press, and 20-yard shuttle. He was then interviewed by multiple teams including the Philadelphia Eagles, Chicago Bears, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and San Francisco 49ers, among others.

2017: Selected by Tampa Bay Buccaneers

In 2017, Chris Godwin was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the third round as the 84th overall pick. He also earned National Football Conference (NFC) Offensive Player of the Week

December 17, 2019: Selected to 2020 Pro Bowl

On December 17, 2019, Chris Godwin was selected to the 2020 Pro Bowl, marking the first Pro Bowl selection of his NFL career.

2019: Launched Team Godwin Foundation

In 2019, Chris Godwin and his wife Mariah DelPercio launched their Team Godwin Foundation to support pets in need by providing financial assistance to local shelters and rescue groups.

2020: NFL Top 100

In 2020, Chris Godwin finished his third season setting new career highs in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns with 86 receptions for 1,333 yards and nine touchdowns, and was ranked 38th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2020.

2020: Changed Jersey Number

In 2020, Chris Godwin gave up his jersey number 12 to new teammate Tom Brady and switched to number 14.

2020: Playoff Touchdown

In 2020, during the Wild Card Round of the 2020–21 NFL playoffs, Godwin recorded his first playoff touchdown. The Buccaneers advanced to Super Bowl LV and beat the Chiefs by a score of 31–9.

March 9, 2021: Franchise Tagged by Buccaneers

On March 9, 2021, the Buccaneers placed the franchise tag on Chris Godwin, valued at $15.9 million.

2021: NFL Top 100

In 2021, Chris Godwin finished the regular season with 65 receptions for 840 yards and seven touchdowns in 12 games and starts. He was ranked 81st by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2021.