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Bucky Irving

RB · #17

TB · RB · Age 24

◆FLEX

Bucky Irving's consistent carry share over the last four games signals he is a key part of Tampa Bay’s rushing attack, but his recent injury status and value rank suggest caution.

Role & volume
Over the past four games, Bucky Irving has maintained an average carry share of 61.9%, indicating he is a primary ball carrier for Tampa Bay.
Projected role
Despite his injury history and recent questionable status, Irving remains listed as the team's lead back, but our value ranks him at RB22, suggesting room for improvement in his performance.
Range (floor–ceiling)
Given his role and recent production, Irving projects to offer a floor of around 7.1 PPR points per game with the ceiling potential to exceed this based on his carry share but limited upside due to his RB22 value rank.
Intel may be outdated · updated 5 days ago
Current statusTB
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Our read vs. the market

Beta
Fairly priced — we're in line with the marketIn line
Why
Elite usage productionSolid carry shareAge 23 · ascendingTDs due to rebound
Our view vs Market↑ 8 pts above market
Our view
87
Market
79
Producing above valueLong career runway

Our own read · beta — not a trade price.

Risk & Opportunity Analysis (4 flags)

Risk Flags

2
  • Receiving Role

    Target share has trended down to the high single digits with a negative aDOT and low WOPR, and the 2026 addition of pass-catching back Kenneth Gainwell threatens to further cap Irving's passing-down role and PPR ceiling.

  • Backfield Committee

    Carry share is trending down even as snap share climbs, with Kenneth Gainwell added in 2026 free agency and Sean Tucker still on the roster for complementary and goal-line work.

Opportunity Flags

2
  • Trajectory Comps

    Statistical neighbors De'Von Achane and Jahmyr Gibbs both posted strong Year-2 breakouts on a similar draft-capital-and-usage profile, supporting a workhorse ceiling if Irving's role stabilizes.

  • Offensive Context

    A competent surrounding passing attack (Baker Mayfield, Emeka Egbuka, Chris Godwin) should keep defenses honest and preserve favorable game scripts for a lead run-game role.

Format Comparison

Bucky Irving — Format Comparison

FormatValuevs Best
PPR 1QBBest3,938—
PPR SF3,385-553