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Buccaneers Ramp Up Bucky Irving’s Practice Reps With Week 12 Return Still Uncertain

Coaches plan to decide after midweek evaluations as Irving must prove he can handle contact and Sean Tucker’s breakout reshapes backfield plans.

Overview

  • Irving participated in Wednesday’s walk-through, with beat reporters noting continued progress and head coach Todd Bowles confirming an increased workload this week.
  • Bowles said the staff will “ramp them up” and get a clearer read after Wednesday and Friday sessions before determining availability for the Rams game.
  • After three limited practices last week, Irving was ruled out for the Bills game and has now missed six straight contests since foot and shoulder injuries in late September.
  • The shoulder is the bigger hurdle, with Bowles emphasizing Irving must show he can absorb contact before being cleared to play.
  • Sean Tucker’s Week 11 surge (106 rushing yards and three total touchdowns) adds a new wrinkle to the rotation, while Chris Godwin is also being ramped up during the week.