RADIO
BALLER MOVE: Start in 14+ Team Leagues (Start if Rachaad White doesn't play)
POSITIONAL VALUE: RB3/RB4
ANALYSIS: Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving is a hot topic in fantasy football discussion right now. He's proven to be a far more efficient runner than lead-back Rachaad White and has several highlight-reel plays under his belt already. NFL viewers have gawked at his elusiveness in space.
Bucky Irving literally tore that man’s ACL 😬 pic.twitter.com/PbDuXSGuI8 https://t.co/zuw98qDwDT
— ً (@Racermf) September 25, 2024
Irving was one of the most elusive running backs in college football, so this isn't a surprise. Short area quickness, jukes, and change of direction are his bread and butter.
College RBs to post a YPA of 6.5+ and an Elusive Rating over 150 in a single season since 2018 (min 150 Att)
Bucky Irving*
DeWayne McBride (2x)
Javonte Williams
Travis Etienne
Darell Henderson* Entering 2024 Draft
Not the worst group to be a part of, definitely not the… pic.twitter.com/tDWyX8ZGf2
— First And Inches (@1standinches_) February 21, 2024
That said, it's tough to recommend to start him. It's likely his best-case scenario is a 50/50 split with White, and that hasn't even materialized yet. Irving has earned more playing time, sure, but he's not on track to becoming a workhorse RB. He'll still complement White in the backfield.
Additionally, Irving is dealing with a hamstring injury. While it's not considered to be serious -- Irving has stated that he expects to play against the Philadelphia Eagles in their upcoming game -- a running back in a committee with a hamstring injury is a tough player to start.
Irving shouldn't be started yet except in very deep leagues. He's a player you absolutely want to stash on your bench, though. He could have some big games down the stretch when he faces soft defenses (Weeks 12-14 look juicy!) but for now, there are better players to start.
However, if White is unable to go, Irving is worth a start in 12+ team leagues, though it's risky.
More Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks
Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Divisional Round? Terry McLaurin, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Cooper Kupp
The Washington Commanders will take on the Detroit Lions, and the Los Angeles Rams will face the Philadelphia Eagles in the Divisional round of the 2024-2025 NFL playoffs. From among these teams, a trio of receivers are intriguing options for Daily Fantasy Sports lineups. Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin, Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown, and Rams wideout Cooper […]
Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Divisional Round? Puka Nacua, Nico Collins, Rashod Bateman
The Divisional round is almost upon us, and Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua, Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins, and Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman are all healthy and ready to go for their teams' upcoming games. While Nacua and Collins have been consistently great this season and Bateman has been a […]
Who Should I Start For Fantasy Football Divisional Round? Xavier Worthy, Olamide Zaccheaus, DeAndre Hopkins
There are eight teams left in the NFL playoffs, leaving fantasy players with limited options to build their weekly lineups. However, there are plenty of talented players left in the playoffs, especially at the wide receiver position. Should fantasy players start Xavier Worthy, Olamide Zaccheaus, or DeAndre Hopkins this week? Let’s dive into it. […]
Who Should I Start For Fantasy Football Divisional Round? Kyren Williams, David Montgomery, Khalil Shakir
Unfortunately, the first round of the NFL playoffs had five blowouts in six games. Hopefully, the Divisional Round games will be more entertaining. Should fantasy players start Kyren Williams, David Montgomery, or Khalil Shakir this week? Let’s dive into it. Should I Start Kyren Williams For Fantasy Football? Williams was the RB7 during the […]
Who Should I Start For Fantasy Football Divisional Round? Jahmyr Gibbs, Derrick Henry, Saquon Barkley
The NFL is loaded with elite running back talent. While the passing game gets all the attention during the regular season, teams that can run the ball win in the playoffs. Jahmyr Gibbs, Derrick Henry, and Saquon Barkley are three of the top running backs in the NFL and the playoffs, all playing a massive […]
Download Our Free News & Alerts Mobile App
Like what you see? Download our updated fantasy football app for iPhone and Android with 24x7 player news, injury alerts, rankings, starts/sits & more. All free!
