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Buccaneers Rule Out Bucky Irving for Week 5 With Foot Sprain

Tampa Bay will lean on Rachaad White with support from Sean Tucker plus rookie Josh Williams.

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Sep 28, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving (7) runs the ball during the second half against the Philadelphia Eagles at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Irving did not practice after suffering a left foot sprain in Week 4, was seen in a walking boot and on crutches, and has been declared out for Sunday at Seattle.
  • ESPN reports he is in danger of also missing Week 6 against the 49ers, aligning with Todd Bowles’ guidance that remaining in a boot by Friday would sideline him.
  • With Irving unavailable, the Buccaneers plan to feature White, mix in Tucker, and activate Williams as a third option in the backfield.
  • Irving’s absence is significant given his 165 scrimmage yards against the Eagles and 430 on the season, including strong receiving production.
  • The team’s depth will be tested as Mike Evans, Jamel Dean, Benjamin Morrison and Christian Izien are also out, while Baker Mayfield practiced fully Thursday and voiced confidence in the replacements.