Bucky Irving - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Bucs must call these 3 free agent RBs after concerning Bucky Irving update It took the Tampa Bay Buccaneers all of a few days into the offseason workout program to get fans alarmed about standout running back Bucky...

3 DAYS AGO • THEPEWTERPLANK.COM

Pewter Report Podcast: Bucs Begin OTAs The Bucs held their first OTA practice on Tuesday. Pewter Report recapped what happened and provided an update on Bucky Irving's status.

3 DAYS AGO • PEWTERREPORT.COM

Buccaneers' Todd Bowles offers huge Bucky Irving injury update | Sporting News Fans now know what to expect.

3 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Deadspin | Bucs' Bucky Irving unable to participate at OTAs after surgery Deadspin | Bucs' Bucky Irving unable to participate at OTAs after surgery

3 DAYS AGO • DEADSPIN.COM

Likely healthy for training camp Irving is recovering from offseason shoulder surgery, and while he isn't expected to take part in mandatory minicamp June 16-18, he'll likely be healthy during training camp, Adam...

Impact Irving was present for the Buccaneers' first OTA on Tuesday but was merely a spectator, and afterward coach Todd Bowles said that the third-year running back is in line to return in "summer or fall," according to River Wells of Bucs Gameday. Last season, Irving sat out Weeks 5-12 due to a shoulder subluxation and sprained foot, but after getting back in the fold Week 13, he took on a normal workload down the stretch (113 touches for 435 yards from scrimmage and two total TDs over the final six games). Tampa Bay let Rachaad White move on in free agency and replaced him with Kenneth Gainwell, who, along with holdover Sean Tucker, will handle most of the first-team reps during the offseason program and even into training camp until Irving is good to go.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Buccaneers fans won't love Todd Bowles' latest Bucky Irving injury update When will Bucky Irving return from his offseason shoulder surgery?

4 DAYS AGO • THEPEWTERPLANK.COM

May not be ready until "summer or fall" Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles said Tuesday that Irving (shoulder) is expected back in "summer or fall," River Wells of Bucs Gameday.

Impact This is less optimistic than the team's stance just a few weeks ago, when it was reported that Irving could be limited during the offseason program. He watched from the sideline Tuesday at the first on-field session of OTAs, and Bowles' comments afterward suggest Irving won't be ready for practice until training camp -- if then. Irving missed a chunk of last season with a dislocated shoulder, eventually undergoing surgery at an undisclosed date this offseason. While Bowles' comment isn't necessarily cause for panic, it does seem like the Bucs want to be cautious with Irving after his injury-riddled 2025. The team signed Kenneth Gainwell and re-signed Sean Tucker, both of whom figure to see plenty of first-team reps while Irving finishes up his rehab this summer.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not practicing yet Irving (shoulder) is present at OTAs but isn't participating in on-field work yet, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Irving watched Tuesday's practice from the sideline before heading inside with a member of the training staff. He's recovering from offseason shoulder surgery, temporarily leaving Tampa's first-team backfield reps in the capable hands of fellow veterans Kenneth Gainwell and Sean Tucker. Reports from earlier in May suggested Irving was unlikely to do much at the offseason program, with training camp being the real target. For now, he'll focus on finishing up his rehab and mastering schematic changes under new offensive coordinator Zac Robinson.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Tampa Bay Buccaneers give positive update on Bucky Irving The NFL will begin OTAs soon, and teams like the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will officially start their pursuit of a Super Bowl title. With minica...

MAY 18 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Buccaneers have worrying update on Bucky Irving's due to shoulder injury limiting him in practice The Tampa Bay Buccaneers saw how not counting on running back Bucky Irving affected their season, and they are worried it could happen again...

MAY 17 • BOLAVIP.COM

Bucky Irving gets big update on shoulder injury ahead of Buccaneers training camp | Sporting News Could Bucky be even better this season?

MAY 17 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Slivon's Slant: Inside The 2026 Bucs Running Back Room Can Bucky Irving and Kenneth Gainwell revive the Bucs’ rushing attack? This week's Slivon's Slant goes over Tampa Bay’s loaded RB room.

MAY 16 • PEWTERREPORT.COM

Shoulder injury still lingering The Buccaneers announced Tuesday that Irving (shoulder) may not be fully cleared for the start of OTAs, Andrew Harbaugh of USA Today reports.

Impact Irving missed seven games from Week 2 to Week 12 due to a combination of shoulder and foot/ankle injuries in 2025. Though he returned for Tampa Bay's final six regular-season games, the 2024 fourth-rounder shared snaps with Sean Tucker (re-signed) and Rachaad White (signed with Commanders) and never quite looked fully healthy. The shoulder injury required an offseason procedure to address and Irving isn't yet cleared to practice, though Greg Auman of Fox Sports reports that his rehab is proceeding on schedule. Per Auman, Irving is expected to be limited during OTAs, which will take place between late May and early June, before being fully cleared for the start of training camp in July. Presumably, he will also be limited at mandatory minicam from June 16-18. Tampa Bay added Kenneth Gainwell to the backfield via a two-year, $14 million contract in free agency, positioning Irving to face increased competition for touches, especially for change-of-pace work and third-down scenarios.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Skip Peete on Bucky Irving's Determination | Press Conference Tampa Bay Buccaneers Runningbacks Coach Skip Peete addressed the media the week after Bucs 2026 Rookie Minicamp. Peete discussed RB Kenneth...

MAY 12 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Former Buccaneers RB Rachaad White just gave Bucky Irving some extra motivation Rachaad White is providing Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving with some bulletin board material heading into the 2026 NFL season.

APRIL 21 • THEPEWTERPLANK.COM

Buccaneers could focus on bolstering their defense through the draft

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers addressed some needs in free agency without making a big splash, signing several veteran players

APRIL 15 • Associated Press

Bucs Takeaways from 2026 Annual Meeting: LB Competition Ahead Head Coach Todd Bowles addressed a variety of topics at the 2026 Annual League Meeting, including the role of Alex Anzalone, age not being a...

MARCH 31 • BUCCANEERS.COM

PFF drops stunning trade prediction about Bucky Irving ahead of NFL Draft There are not a lot of players that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers could trade for value this year, at least not that they are willing to. That ha...

MARCH 25 • THEPEWTERPLANK.COM

Sam Darnold and Bucky Irving Biggest NFL Offseason Losers So Far Sam Darnold and Bucky Irving owners might have the biggest problems heading into 2026 from a fantasy football standpoint. We take a look at...

MARCH 18 • SI.COM

Running back Rachaad White leaves the Buccaneers to sign with the Commanders

Running back Rachaad White signed with the Washington Commanders after becoming the latest offensive player to leave the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

MARCH 13 • Associated Press

Kenneth Gainwell: 'All About Business' | Press Conference Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Kenneth Gainwell spoke to the media after signing with the team during 2026 Free Agency. RB Gainwell discussed QB Ba...

MARCH 12 • BUCCANEERS.COM

2026 NFL Free Agency: The Top 100 Players Available and Potential Fits

Who are the best free agents available in the NFL this offseason? We rank the top 100, and share some possible fits for each.

MARCH 11 • FOX SPORTS

2026 NFL Free Agency: The Top 100 Players Available and Potential Fits

Buccaneers add the perfect complement to RB Bucky Irving and replace Rachaad White The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have made an intriguing addition to their backfield, signing running back Kenneth Gainwell in a move that could res...

MARCH 10 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Mike Evans Reportedly Agrees to Three-Year Contract With the San Francisco 49ers

Mike Evans has agreed to a deal with the San Francisco 49ers.

MARCH 9 • FOX SPORTS

Mike Evans Reportedly Agrees to Three-Year Contract With the San Francisco 49ers

Team adds Gainwell to backfield Irving could face increased competition for touches, as NFL reporter Jordan Schultz reports Monday that Kenneth Gainwell is signing a two-year, $14 million contract with the Buccan...

Impact Irving missed seven games due to foot and shoulder injuries in 2025, and he ceded touches to Sean Tucker and Rachaad White after returning. While Irving ultimately led the Buccaneers with 173 rushing attempts, he scored only one rushing touchdown compared to White's four on 132 carries and Tucker's seven on 86 carries. White and Tucker are both free agents, but the addition of Gainwell suggests Irving won't be ticketed for a workhorse role in 2026, as Gainwell racked up 1,023 scrimmage yards and eight total touchdowns on 114 carries and 85 targets in the 2025 regular season with the Steelers.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

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Running back Rachaad White leaves the Buccaneers to sign with the Commanders

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Mike Evans Reportedly Agrees to Three-Year Contract With the San Francisco 49ers