Did Bucky Irving Just Hint at a Return? Buccaneers Star’s Private Exchange Leaked Amid Injury Recovery
The latest Bucky Irving injury update has sparked speculation among Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans after a private exchange on social media suggested that the running back might be nearing his return to the football field. Irving has missed time with a lower-body injury, and while the Buccaneers haven’t set a firm timetable, recent social media messages have brought optimism back into the conversation.
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Bucky Irving Injury Update: Did He Hint at His Return?
The discussion began when a Twitter user posted a screenshot of a direct message between himself and Irving. In the image, the commenter is asking Irving if he is returning this week, to which Irving responds with, “I’m Ready.”
— daniel ✞ (@BucsCapital) November 3, 2025
While it is far from an official announcement, the message adds intrigue to the current Bucky Irving injury update, especially with the Buccaneers entering a crucial stretch of the season. His recovery has been described as week-to-week, and a Week 10 return could make sense considering the team is coming off a bye week.
For a Buccaneers offense that has been struggling with injuries and maintaining its offensive rhythm, the possibility of Irving returning soon brings renewed hope. Fans are eager to see whether his explosiveness, vision, and ability to contribute both as a runner and receiver can help stabilize the Buccaneers’ offense going forward.
How Have Irving’s Replacements Performed in His Absence?
In Irving’s absence, the Buccaneers have relied heavily on Rachaad White, with Sean Tucker to fill the gaps. The results have been serviceable, but the offense has lacked the explosiveness that Irving provides.
In eight games played, White has rushed the ball 77 times for 287 yards, scoring four touchdowns along the way. In the passing game, he has caught 21 passes for 117 yards and no touchdowns.
Tucker has also played in eight games, during which he has rushed 23 times for 76 yards and two touchdowns. However, neither player has consistently created chunk plays, and the Buccaneers have struggled recently to stretch the field horizontally without Irving. PFSN’s NFL Offensive Impact rankings put the Buccaneers at 22nd in offensive impact.
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In only four games, Irving rushed the ball 71 times for 237 yards and no touchdowns. In the passing game, Irving hauled in 19 passes for 193 yards and two touchdowns.
Furthermore, Irving is averaging 59.25 yards per game compared to White’s 35.875 yards per game, which is ultimately 23.375 more yards per game in favor of Irving.
Irving is a much more efficient player than the other options at running back, and it makes sense that the team is hopeful about his return. His skills and abilities threaten defenses in ways that differ from those of White and Tucker.
