The Buccaneers are placing the franchise tag on wide receiver Chris Godwin, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The Athletic and The Tampa Bay Times have also confirmed the report.
With Godwin being locked down for this season, edge rushers Shaq Barrett and Lavonte David are both slated to enter free agency. However, the Buccaneers have reportedly discussed deals with both players, according to Schefter.
It is no secret the Buccaneers wanted to keep their franchise wideout. After the team's boat parade to celebrate its Super Bowl LV win in February, coach Bruce Arians took the mic from receiver Mike Evans to address Godwin during the celebrations.