24-06-2025
2025 Tampa Bay Buccaneers projections: How many TDs will Bucky Irving score in 2025?
After an impressive rookie campaign, Bucky Irving enters his second NFL season with momentum and a clear path to even more scoring opportunities in Tampa's offense. The former Oregon standout quickly became one of the league's most efficient rookie backs in 2024, showing explosiveness, balance, and versatility in both the run and pass his first NFL season, Irving racked up 1,122 rushing yards on just under 210 carries, good for a strong 5.4 yards per carry, which was amongst the league's best. He also found the end zone eight times on the ground.
Though he didn't score as a receiver, Irving added 47 catches for 392 yards, functioning as a steady outlet in the Buccaneers' short passing game. His vision, quickness, and ability to create in space quickly earned him the title of starter and PFWA All-Rookie Team honors.
Looking ahead to Year 2, there are several reasons to expect Irving's touchdown total to rise: With offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard taking over, Tampa's scheme is expected to lean even more toward spread formations and motion, which is a perfect fit for Irving's open-field skill set.
Red-Zone Usage
Irving was regularly used in the 20s in 2024. Still, his ability to make defenders miss and accelerate through tight lanes makes him a natural candidate for increased red-zone snaps, especially in misdirection and two-back packages.
Receiving TD Upside
Despite not receiving scores in 2024, Irving's 47 receptions show the usage is already there. With more designed targets near the goal line, at least one or two receiving touchdowns seem likely.
