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Bucky Irving returned to limited action at the Buccaneers’ final OTA session, participating in both rushing and receiving drills. After averaging 13.9 fantasy points per game last season, fantasy managers are breathing a sigh of relief after HC Todd Bowles created a minor panic in the fantasy football community a few weeks ago when he remarked that Irving was “expected back sometime in summer or fall.” Thankfully, Irving is returning to the practice field in June, not October.

 

While Irving leads the Bucs backfield, Tampa Bay paid Kenneth Gainwell $14 million over two years and will continue featuring Sean Tucker in short-yardage situations. These three quality, competing skill sets point to an impending touch squeeze, though Irving will be integral member of the Bucs RB committee. Irving is worth a gamble in best ball and seasonal leagues but is risky long-term asset in dynasty league formats.