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Report: Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving returns to practice

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Running back Bucky Irving reportedly participated in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ walk-through practice Wednesday, his first action since sustaining foot and shoulder injuries in Week 4.

The Tampa Bay Times reported Irving’s presence on the field. The Buccaneers (6-3) will release their first official Week 11 injury report later Wednesday for Sunday’s road game against the Buffalo Bills (6-3).

Irving, 23, rushed for 237 yards and caught 19 passes for 193 yards and two touchdowns in four starts before the injuries.

As a rookie in 2024, the fourth-round pick ran for 1,122 yards and eight touchdowns and added 47 catches for 392 yards in 17 games (three starts).

–Field Level Media

Sep 21, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving (7) is tripped up by New York Jets cornerback Brandon Stephens (21) in the third quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Bucs RB Bucky Irving, WR Chris Godwin ruled out vs. Saints

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving and wide receiver Chris Godwin have been ruled out of Sunday’s game against the host New Orleans Saints, head coach Todd Bowles announced on Wednesday.

Irving has been dealing with foot and shoulder injuries, while Godwin continues to struggle with a fibula injury.

Irving, 23, has missed Tampa Bay’s past three games.

Over the first four games of the season, the second-year pro rushed for 237 yards on 71 carries. He gained 1,122 yards on 207 carries with eight touchdowns in his rookie season of 2024.

Godwin, 29, has six receptions for 52 yards in just two games for Tampa Bay this season.

In nine seasons with the Buccaneers, the 2019 Pro Bowl selection has 585 receptions for 7,318 yards and 39 touchdowns in 113 games (86 starts).

–Field Level Media

Sep 28, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving (7) attempts to stiff arm Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Cooper Dejean (33) during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Report: Bucs RB Bucky Irving (foot) could miss 2 weeks

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving could miss the next two games due to a sprain in his left foot, ESPN reported Friday.

Irving, on crutches and wearing a walking boot earlier in the week, is expected to be ruled out for Sunday’s game against the host Seattle Seahawks (3-1). He also is in jeopardy of sitting out the Week 6 game against the visiting San Francisco 49ers on Oct. 5.

Irving joined wide receiver Mike Evans (hamstring), safety Christian Izien (undisclosed) and cornerbacks Jamel Dean (hip) and Benjamin Morrison (hamstring) in sitting out practice on Friday.

Rachaad White, Sean Tucker and undrafted rookie Josh Williams are expected to handle the rushing responsibilities on Sunday for Tampa Bay (3-1).

Irving gained 165 yards from scrimmage and had a 72-yard touchdown catch in Tampa’s loss to the Philadelphia Eagles last week. The injury occurred in the first half when he was tackled by Eagles linebacker Jihaad Campbell.

Head coach Todd Bowles said on Wednesday that if Irving was “not out of the boot by Friday, more than likely he’s not going to play.”

Irving has 430 yards from scrimmage in 2025, seventh in the NFL.

White has 23 carries for 108 yards and one touchdown this season. He also has eight receptions for 34 yards.

–Field Level Media

Sep 28, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving (7) attempts to stiff arm Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Cooper Dejean (33) during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Bucs RB Bucky Irving (foot) on crutches, could miss Week 5

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Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving was on crutches and wearing a walking boot on his left foot at Wednesday’s practice.

ESPN reported Irving has a foot sprain and his status is unclear for Sunday’s visit to Seattle to play the Seahawks (3-1).

Irving gained 165 yards from scrimmage, and had a 72-yard touchdown catch in Tampa’s loss to the Eagles last week. The injury occurred in the first half while Irving was tackled by Eagles linebacker Jihaad Campbell.

Head coach Todd Bowles said Irving had an MRI exam and expects to know more in 48 hours when team medical personnel will determine whether Irving can be available at Seattle.

“They said we’ll know more by Friday,” Bowles said of Irving’s status. “Right now it’s a sprain. Taking it day-by-day. If he’s not out of the boot by Friday, more than likely he’s not going to play.”

Irving has 430 yards from scrimmage in 2025, sixth in the NFL, and would be replaced in the lineup by Rachaad White.

White has 23 carries for 108 yards and one touchdown this season. He also has eight receptions for 34 yards.

–Field Level Media

Dec 1, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving (7) scores a touchdown in the fourth quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Bucs rookie RB Bucky Irving active vs. reeling Raiders

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie running back Bucky Irving is active for Sunday’s game against the visiting Las Vegas Raiders.

Irving, the reigning NFC Offensive Player of the Week, was listed as questionable for Sunday’s game due to hip and back injuries.

Irving, 22, has team-leading totals in carries (133), rushing yards (732) and rushing touchdowns (six) in 12 games this season. He also has 35 catches for 285 yards.

While Irving is in the lineup, the Buccaneers (6-6) listed the following players as inactive: linebackers K.J. Britt and J.J. Russell, defensive line Earnest Brown, tight end Devin Culp, safety Mike Edwards, cornerback Josh Hayes and edge rusher Joe Tryon-Shoyinka.

Losers of eight in a row, the Raiders (2-10) will be without running backs Zamir White and Alexander Mattison for the third straight game. Ameer Abdullah and Sincere McCormick are expected to lead the ground attack on Sunday.

Las Vegas also listed cornerback Nate Hobbs, guard Cody Whitehair, tight end Justin Shorter and defensive end Janarius Robinson as inactive.

–Field Level Media

Dec 1, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) recieves attention after being sacked in the third quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Bucs’ Baker Mayfield practices; Mike Evans does not

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield was a full participant after getting spiked in the leg in last week’s game, but star wide receiver Mike Evans and rookie running back Bucky Irving did not participate Wednesday.

Evans is dealing with hamstring and calf issues while Irving was sidelined for the walkthrough with hip/back ailments.

Mayfield was a full participant on the estimated injury report after his lower leg got stepped on in last week’s overtime win over the Carolina Panthers. He vowed to be ready to play this week against the visiting Las Vegas Raiders (2-10).

“Yeah, it’s a part of my job just to get ready to physically play,” Mayfield told reporters Wednesday. “[I’m] doing my recovery stuff, everything I need to do to be able to be ready to play and yeah, feel decent. [I’m] still a little sore but it’s Week 13 or 14 in the NFL so got to go.”

Mayfield was stepped on by Panthers defensive end Jadeveon Clowney after a sack. He was replaced briefly by Kyle Trask before returning. He threw for 235 yards with a touchdown and two interceptions.

The 6-6 Bucs are currently on the outside looking in for the postseason, having lost twice to the NFC South-leading Atlanta Falcons.

Evans has 39 catches for 521 yards and seven TDs on the season after topping 1,000 yards in each of his first 10 NFL seasons. Irving has rushed for 732 yards and six TDs in 12 games (one start).

–Field Level Media