Overview
- Head coach Todd Bowles said the plan is for Irving to play Sunday against the Cardinals, ending his longest layoff of the season.
- Offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard indicated Irving’s usage could be limited, citing Chris Godwin’s 25-snap return as a template.
- Irving said his faith and support network sustained him during the layoff that followed shoulder and foot injuries and time receiving extra support.
- Before the setback, Irving averaged 49.5 snaps over four games, so a restricted role would be a notable departure from his early-season workload.
- The Buccaneers have fallen to 6-5 with three straight losses during his absence, increasing the urgency to reintegrate a key offensive contributor.