The Bucs offense was a disaster compared to its usual efficient self. One absent thing was the Bucs’ run game, which has proven to be the straw that stirs the drink for them on that side of the ball.
While the team was mounting its comeback on Sunday there was something missing from the offense, it was Bucky Irving.
Greg Auman of Fox Sports pointed out on social media that Irving was absent from the team’s final ten minutes of the game. He was absent from a total of 15 offensive plays and was not on the field when Rachaad White fumbled on the final drive for the Bucs.
There is no hint that his back and hip injuries had been limiting his workload in the game. He had scored a touchdown in the game and had 92 total yards of offense to his credit. It isn’t a situation to be concerned about, but rather it is puzzling.