Bucky Irving enters Week Four as one of the Buccaneers’ most important offensive players.
With Baker Mayfield sidelined, rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels will make his first NFL start against Green Bay.
That situation could lead Tampa Bay to rely heavily on Irving. The Buccaneers need their running game to help take pressure off their rookie quarterback.
Irving enters the matchup with 180 rushing yards and one touchdown through three games. He has also caught 13 passes for 61 yards.
Predicted Stat Line for Bucky Irving vs Green Bay
– Rushing Attempts: 20-24
– Rushing Yards: 90-115
– Rushing Touchdowns: 1
– Receptions: 4-6
– Receiving Yards: 25-40
– Receiving Touchdowns: 0
Key Factors Influencing
The biggest factor is Daniels making his first NFL start. Tampa Bay should have a strong incentive to establish Irving early.
Irving has already shown his ability to produce when given a larger workload. He rushed for 89 yards on 17 carries against Cleveland in Week Two.
Green Bay has also struggled against the run. The Packers have allowed the eighth-highest rushing success rate this season, according to FantasyPros.
That matchup could give Irving opportunities to break several productive runs. His effectiveness should also help create easier situations for Daniels.
Irving has contributed as a receiver throughout the season. He already has 13 receptions through three games, giving Tampa Bay another way to involve him.
The biggest concern entering Sunday was Irving’s glute injury. He practiced fully Friday and carries no game designation against Green Bay.
Final Stat Predictions
– Rushing Attempts: 22
– Rushing Yards: 104
– Rushing Touchdowns: 1
– Receptions: 5
– Receiving Yards: 32
– Receiving Touchdowns: 0
Irving should receive one of his largest workloads of the season with Daniels under center.
The Packers’ struggles against the run make this an appealing matchup for Tampa Bay’s best offensive weapon.
I expect the Buccaneers to lean on Irving early and often while allowing Daniels to settle into the game.
Prediction: 22 carries for 104 yards and one touchdown, with five receptions for 32 yards.
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