Former Oregon Duck running back Bucky Irving appears to be a safe bet to make Tampa Bay's 53 man roster and play a big role right away as an NFL rookie.
pick led his team with six carries, 26 yards along with one catch for five yards in a win against the Miami Dolphins.
"Just keep my head down, keep working," said Irving after his first preseason game. "I've still got a lot of things I need to keep working on to get better at, but I'm not satisfied. I'm just trying to improve and get better." It was announced on Saturday that veteran running back Chase Edmonds will start the season on Injured Reserve. Tampa Bay has a clear starting running back in Rachaad White, but the door may be wide open for Irving beyond that. Sean Tucker and D.J. Williams are other names to watch in the Buccaneers running back room as cut day approaches.
Jul 25, 2024; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Rachaad White , running back Bucky Irving during training camp at AdventHealth Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports / Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sportsfinishing with 1,192 yards and 11 touchdowns on 186 carries, averaging 6.4 yards per carry. His ability as a receiver shined as well, catching 55 passes for 395 yards and two touchdowns.
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