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Buccaneers rule out Pro Bowl WR Chris Godwin vs. Texans

TAMPA, Fla. -- The Buccaneers' quest to win five in a row just got exceedingly difficult -- breakout star wide receiver Chris Godwin, who was just named to his first Pro Bowl, has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Texans due to a hamstring injury.

"It's just 'next man up.' That's what you always do. One man's injury is another man's opportunity and somebody will shine," coach Bruce Arians said.

Arians said Godwin is progressing "slowly" in his rehab. When asked if he thinks he'll make it back for the final game, he said, "I would hope so.