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Bucs Nation fantasy football takes on Bucky Irving
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PositiveRoleJul 22, 2026
Irving is positioned as the 1a running back in Tampa's backfield, with Kenny Gainwell brought in as a complementary 1b. If Irving can fully recover from his injuries and the offensive line improves, the source expects him to be a centerpiece of the Bucs' ground game and passing attack under new playcaller Zac Robinson, who is known for heavily featuring running backs.NegativeInjuryJul 22, 2026
After starring as a rookie in 2024, Irving's 2025 season was derailed by serious shoulder and knee injuries that kept him sidelined for 7 games; he underwent offseason shoulder surgery and is expected to be ready for the regular season but may miss training camp. The source notes he was hit behind the line of scrimmage at a near league-high rate due to offensive line issues, limiting his ability to create at the second level where he excels.