FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast on Bucky Irving

PodcastFantasy Football Bounce-Back Players for 2026: League-Winning Values You Can't...July 16, 2026

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the Buccaneers offensive line was a well-oiled machine in Bucky's rookie year. They ranked second in the run blocking metric adjusted line yards. Last year, the offensive line totally shredded by injuries. Bucs ranked 22nd in adjusted line yards.

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Irving's 2025 rushing yards over expected decline was likely due to Buccaneers OL injuries (ranked 22nd in adjusted line yards vs. 2nd in 2024), not talent regression, and he ranked 6th in the metric in his rookie year.

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Bucky IrvingPositiveProjection

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

Yahoo Sports NFL

Bucky IrvingPositiveUsage

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

Jared Smola

Bucky IrvingPositiveUsage

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...

Matt Harmon

Bucky IrvingPositiveNews

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

Adam

Bucky IrvingPositiveValue

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

Yahoo Fantasy Football

Bucky IrvingPositiveRole

Irving dominates snap load over Gainwell in explosive Week 1 return from injury.

Bucs Nation