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Bucs RB Bucky Irving Plummets in 2025 Rankings After Injury Woes
16 Jan
Summary
- Irving dropped to No. 24 out of 64 starting running backs in 2025.
- Injuries limited Irving to 10 games and just 588 rushing yards.
- The Buccaneers offense struggled, with Irving leading despite his dip.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving's 2025 season was significantly impacted by injuries, a stark contrast to his promising rookie campaign. Following a breakout year with 1,122 yards and 8 touchdowns, Irving was expected to continue his success. However, he played only 10 games in 2025, accumulating just 588 rushing yards and a single touchdown, leading to a notable drop in rankings.
Maurice Jones-Drew's assessment placed Irving at No. 24 among 64 starting running backs, citing his struggle to stay healthy and his infrequent high-yardage games. Despite these setbacks, Irving still led the Buccaneers in carries and rushing yards, a statistic that underscored the team's overall offensive difficulties during the 2025 season.
The Buccaneers organization and Irving face the critical challenge of ensuring his availability in the upcoming season. A healthy Bucky Irving has the potential to be a game-changer, and his successful return could be pivotal for the team's aspirations to return to playoff contention in the 2026 season.
