FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast on Bucky Irving

PodcastNFC South 2026: Every Team's Ceiling, Floor & Breakout Player (Ep. 2045)June 5, 2026

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If you do get anything close to Bucky Irving from his rookie year, well, you're getting a guy that can rush for over a thousand yards.

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STACKED’s take

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Bucky Irving's health is a concern, but if he can return to form, he has the potential to rush for over a thousand yards behind an improved offensive line.

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Irving dominated passing game work with 31.8% TPRR, validating late-round ADP.

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Buccaneers Week 1 RB opportunities Bucky Irving: 8 carries, 7 targets (ties career high) Kenneth Gainwell: 5 carries, 1 target

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The Bucs were in 11 personnel on 83% of their plays in Week 1, 36% higher than the NFL average, per @SumerSports. Here is their alignment and usage...

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Irving's versatility (8-45-1 rushing, 7-48-0 receiving) suggests set-and-forget RB2 potential.

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It’s appearing that Adam was spot on with Bucky Irving for 2026 [Retweeted](

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Irving was disrespected in draft; Week 1 shows he's the clear RB1 with strong passing involvement.

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