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Mar'Keise Irving Player Comp
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Mar'Keise Irving Combine Results
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Mar'Keise Irving Scouting Report
Bucky Irving Scouting Report
Irving tallied two straight 1,000-yard rushing seasons at Oregon.
He showed efficiency with 6.3 and 6.8 yards per carry. And he wasn’t overworked -- averaging 13.7 carries per game.
So, there’s no concern on the production front.
But how should you factor in Irving's 195-pound frame? And what does his awful NFL Combine mean for his dynasty value in Tampa Bay?
Let's explore those questions -- and more -- below.
Bucky Irving Draft Profile
Position: RB
Height: 5’9
Weight: 195
BMI: 28.4
Draft Age: 21.8
NFL Draft Pick: Round 4, Pick 25
Draft Sharks Model Score: 6.62
Analytics Score: 0.48
Film Score: 0.46
Production Score: 0.56
Bucky Irving Combine Results
| Wingspan | Arm Length | HAnd Size | 40-yard Dash | 10-yard split |
| 70 5/8" | 29 1/2" | 9 1/2" | 4.55 | 1.54 |
| Bench Press | Vertical | Broad Jump | 3-cone drill | 20-yard shuttle |
| DNP | 29.5" | 115" | DNP | DNP |
*Irving passed on agility drills but boosted his vertical by two inches at Oregon's pro day.
Percentiles vs Combine RBs since 1999, per MockDraftable
Bucky Irving College Stats
| games | Carries | Rush YDs | Tds | YPC | Targets | Catches | Rec Yds | Rec TDs | |
| 2021 (MIN) | 12 | 133 | 699 | 4 | 5.3 | 9 | 9 | 76 | 0 |
| 2022 (ORE) | 13 | 156 | 1,058 | 5 | 6.8 | 35 | 30 | 297 | 3 |
| 2023 (ORE) | 14 | 186 | 1,180 | 11 | 6.3 | 61 | 55 | 395 | 2 |
Quick Stop
Irving committed to Minnesota over a host of other programs. The Illinois native made an instant impact, leading Minnesota in all-purpose yards as a true freshman.
However, Irving’s stay in the Midwest was short. He transferred to Oregon ahead of the 2022 season.
Why?
“It wasn’t really about their [Minnesota's] coaches," Irving told 247Sports. "Everybody over there was great. It’s a great program. It was just being able to showcase the different things I can do in a different offense."
He’d do just that.
2022 Breakout
Irving earned Oregon’s lead-back role over the summer.
He played ahead of redshirt sophomore Noah Whittington, a transfer from Western Kentucky.
Despite his small stature, Irving established himself as a power back with 4.36 yards after contact per attempt. He also ranked top-15 nationally in yards per carry (6.8) and missed tackles forced (67).
Push aside the ugly 11.8% drop rate, and you’ll discover his pass-catching chops. Irving tallied nearly 10 yards per catch and 9.6 yards after catch per reception.
Ultimately, Oregon delivered the creative usage that Irving sought. He spent 35% of his passing snaps out wide or in the slot.
More of the Same in 2023
Irving’s play remained eye-opening as a junior.
Just look at the raw numbers. He set career highs in carries (186), yards (1,180), TDs (11), and receptions (55). In fact, Irving led all FBS RBs in receptions.
And check out the advanced metrics. Per StatsBomb, Irving finished near the top of the class in:
- Broken tackle percentage (48.6%)
- Success rate (60%)
- EPA per rush (0.23)
He led the country in Pro Football Focus’ elusive rating (149.2).
Backfield Shakeup
Irving’s workload might have jumped due to an injured teammate. Noah Whittington, who averaged 10.6 carries per game in 2022, suffered a season-ending injury in Week 4.
Sophomore Jordan James stepped in to see 7.9 carries per game from Week 5 on.
Nevertheless, Irving thrived last fall. And despite the career-high workload – and a minor November ankle sprain – he appeared in every game for the second straight season.
Bucky Irving Highlights
Games watched: Cal (2023), Oregon State (2023), Washington (2023), Washington State (2023), USC (2023)
Irving’s film shows the complete package. Let’s begin with a surprising strength…
Power of a Goal-Line Back
He's 5’9, 195 pounds. It’s fair to wonder whether Irving’s power will surface in the NFL.
But he excelled through contact in college.
In this first clip, Irving quickly builds up speed before plowing a defender to gain extra yards.
His 4.36 yards after contact per attempt in 2023 ranked seventh among 73 RBs with 150+ carries.
Sweet Feet
Irving’s active feet look like a slalom skier in action. On this next run against Washington State, he also shows patience before finishing with more power.
Oregon’s O-line generally performed well. It ranked top-30 nationally in PFF’s rankings in 2022 and 2023.
Irving’s vision helped him overcome rare mishaps. We see that in this TD run against Washington, where his quick-cutting ability and burst help him avoid danger.
Average Long Speed?
On 475 career carries, Irving’s long went for 43 yards. That’s shown below.
It’s not a big number – and it’s not too surprising when you consider his Combine performance (64th percentile 40 time among RBs).
Still, this long TD run against Washington State shows how dangerous he can be in space.
Pass-Game Asset
You can point to Irving’s size as a limiting factor in protection.
He’s undeniably strong as a pass-catcher, though. (This final clip shows him on a swing pass. But the rest of the film shows a menu of routes.)
Here, he shakes three or four defenders while doing his best Alvin Kamara impersonation for a nice pickup vs. Utah:
Bucky Irving Team Fit: Tampa Bay Buccaneers
At first glace, this fit might seem worrisome.
Rachaad White enjoyed a breakout 2023, finishing as the PPR RB4. He’s 25 and under contract for two more seasons.
Look under the hood, though, and you’ll see that White wasn’t exactly dominant. His -0.41 rush yards over expected per attempt ranked near the bottom of the league.
He tallied just 3.7 YPC.
Also note: The Bucs are breaking in a new OC in Liam Coen. Adding Irving likely says the team doesn’t want White hogging another 336 touches.
Shark Bites
Cade Otton TE TB
12:21pm EST 12/27/24Cade Otton Out For Week 17
Cade Otton Out For Week 17
Buccaneers TE Cade Otton (knee) is out for Sunday's game vs. the Panthers. That should mean lead duties again for TE Payne Durham. He surprisingly ran a route on 88% of Bucs pass plays last week, catching five of seven targets for 29 yards. He'd be a desperation play in season-long lineups but is a viable salary-saver in DFS. Otton's absence could also push more targets to WRs Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan and RBs Bucky Irving and Rachaad White.
Mar'Keise Irving RB TB
11:48pm EST 12/22/24Bucky Irving Impressive in Loss
Bucky Irving Impressive in Loss
Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving was explosive running the ball picking up 68 carries on 16 rushes, including one TD. He made the Cowboys defense miss numerous tackles throughout the game and was utilized in the passing game. He caught all three for his targets for 24 yards as well
Cade Otton TE TB
3:55pm EST 12/20/24Cade Otton Out For Week 16
Cade Otton Out For Week 16
Buccaneers TE Cade Otton (knee) is listed as doubtful for Sunday night’s game vs. the Cowboys. HC Todd Bowles called him a game-time decision on Friday morning, but he’s evidently unlikely to play. The other TEs on Tampa Bay’s roster are Payne Durham, Ko Kieft, and Devin Culp. None is a viable fantasy play. Otton’s absence should push more targets to the WRs and RBs.
Update: The Buccaneers downgraded Otton to out.
Mar'Keise Irving RB TB
2:59pm EST 12/15/24Bucky Irving Active
Bucky Irving Active
Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving (back, hip) is active for today’s game vs. the Chargers. There was optimism about his status throughout the weekend, but it remains unclear how big a workload he’ll handle today. The Bucs might not even know until they see how Irving’s body is holding up once this game gets going. Consider the rookie a risk/reward fantasy start.
Mar'Keise Irving RB TB
7:43am EST 12/15/24Bucky Irving Expected To Play Week 15
Bucky Irving Expected To Play Week 15
Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving (back, hip) is expected to play vs. the Chargers this afternoon, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. That jibes with Jeremy Fowler's Saturday report on Irving. The rookie certainly seems on track to play today, but it's still uncertain how much work he'll be given and/or be able to handle. Irving had huge games in Weeks 12 and 13 but lasted just 10 snaps in Week 14. That's a good illustration of his range of outcomes today. Use the Who To Start Tool to see if Irving makes sense for your fantasy lineup.
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