Bucky Irving Sees Encouraging Usage in Season Opener

2025 Fantasy Football Impact

Here's how the rest of the Tampa Bay Backfield shook out:

Rachaad White: 2 carries, 14 yards, 1 target, 1 catch, 2 yards

Sean Tucker: 1 carry, 2 yards, 0 targets

Now, Irving wasn’t exactly a model of efficiency with 2.6 yards per carry. He added a below-average -0.3 rush yards over expected per attempt.

However, Irving saved his day with a 9-yard receiving score on a 2nd and goal play in the third quarter. Baker Mayfield hit him with a quick-hitter in the flat, and Irving crossed the goal line with an impressive diving effort.

Irving’s receiving usage (62% route rate) marks a nice improvement from 2024, so there’s a positive takeaway that can be sustained moving forward. Keep him locked into lineups for a Week 2 date with Houston.