By james art The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are already dealing with some tough injuries, but now they will be without another offensive playmaker against the Atlanta Falcons.
Running back Bucky Irving, who sat out Wednesday or Thursday with a toe injury, will not play against the Atlanta Falcons, as reported by BucsGameday’s own JC Allen. As a result, the Buccaneers will rely on running backs Rachaad White and Sean Tucker in their running attack against the Falcons on Sunday.
According to sources, The #Bux expect to be without rookie Bucky Irving, who is dealing with a toe injury, on Sunday when they face the Atlanta Falcons for the No. 1 seed in the NFC South. A big loss already diminishes key members of the offense. Expect DJ Williams to be promoted.
— JC Allen (@JCAllenNFL) October 24, 2024
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Irving has been outstanding for the Bucs this year, currently averaging 5.2 yards per carry on the ground with 351 total yards and three touchdowns. Irving is also one of Tampa Bay’s two players, so he won’t be able to do that against the Falcons — that honor could go to either White or running back DJ Williams, who the Bucks are sure to elevate in Irving’s absence.
With each passing day, it looks less and less likely that the Buccaneers will have that firepower to take on the Atlanta Falcons at home. Regardless, this is a must win game for the Bucs as they are already 1-0 against the Falcons this year and this game will be for first place in the NFC South.
Tampa Bay will have to find him. Only without one of its star recruits.
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