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Imagine everything is going great, and suddenly all of it falls flat. That is the current predicament with the Buccaneers. In week 7, the team was unable to defeat the Ravens in a closely contested battle. But the greatest blow for them was the injuries suffered by their two wide receivers during that game. Yeah, we’re talking about Mike Evans and Chris Godwin, who both injured themselves while getting tackled.

The most current update on the WRs has come, and things do not look good. Mike Evans, who suffered a hamstring injury in the second quarter, is anticipated to sustain a serious injury. The wide receiver was tackled on a touchdown. It was brutal and the worst part is that he was also dealing with hamstring issues prior to the game. It happened in the game against New Orleans Saints but the WR fought through it.

Evans was also unable to perform adequately during the practice sessions due to these issues. The hamstring is now in poor condition, but an MRI will be performed this morning to determine the extent of the injury. Furthermore, the doctors then will clarify the significance of the injury.

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On the other hand, Chris Godwin’s injury is more serious and brutal. The WR’s ankle was severely strained during the fourth quarter, prompting him to be carted off the field. The latest report regarding him is that Godwin is still not able to move his ankle at all. His MRI is also scheduled for this morning, following which he will be recommended for major surgery.

You may shocked to know that the NFL insider has indicated that it is not going to be a normal operation. The surgery will be huge and it will take time to recover for the WR. As a result, the WR may not be able to play again at all this season.

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The only good news for the fans is Mike Evans still has a chance to appear in the latter parts. If Evans does arrive, it would be a huge boost for the Bucs, who have already lost a quality receiver, Chris Godwin. Now that we are talking about Mike Evans, let’s take a look at the estimated time he will miss due to the injury.

When is Mike Evans expected to make his comeback to the field?

When the Evans injury incident is observed, it can be clearly seen that his hamstring was severely stretched. The WR was unable to do much and appeared to be a little off. Because of all of this, the team will allow him adequate rest and will not place a high priority on his comeback. But when exactly is he going to return?

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Well taking all of this into consideration, several pundits and insiders have reached a conclusion regarding Mike Evans. The wide receiver is expected to miss at least three to four games, according to current thinking. This implies he’ll be back in action in week 11 or week 12. This will be a long wait for the fans as the man has been a great sport for his team.

So far this season, Mike Evans has been a fan favorite. In seven games, the receiver has made 25 grabs for 335 yards. These are very impressive statistics, but they don’t end here. Mike Evans has six touchdowns thus far, showcasing his worth to the squad. The fans and we all hope the WR returns soon since the Bucs really need him.