He also set school strength records in bench press, power clean, squat and deadlift.

Martin was later moved to right tackle in the tenth game against the Minnesota Vikings to help stabilize the offensive line performance, and McGovern was named the starter at right guard.

He would remain in that role for the rest of the season, after Martin suffered a calf injury in the eleventh game against the Washington Football Team.

He got his first start at fullback in the regular-season finale against the Philadelphia Eagles, he also played some snaps at guard and on special teams.

To get him more involved on game day, although he is a natural guard, he lined up as a fullback and blocking tight end under certain packages from offensive coordinator Kellen Moore.

[8] In Week 11 against the Kansas City Chiefs, he was named the starting left guard over Connor Williams, who at the time was leading the league in penalties.

In 2022, he split time with rookie Tyler Smith, working at left guard with the first-team offense in organized team activities and training camp.

On March 16, 2023, McGovern signed a three-year contract with the Buffalo Bills, with the intention of replacing Rodger Saffold.