Bucky Irving breaks out in upset win over Cowboys
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Key Points:
- Bucky Irvin rushed 21 times for 165 yards and two touchdowns, including a 72-yard run, in the Buccaneers’ Week 5 win over the Cowboys.
- He also contributed 10 receiving yards and a touchdown on two receptions, scoring early on a reception from quarterback Jalon Daniels.
- After a quiet first half, Irvin exploded in the third quarter with a long run and a short touchdown run, despite briefly leaving the game without his helmet due to injury concerns.
- This marked Irvin’s first 100-yard rushing game since Week 16 of his rookie season in 2024, highlighting his potential as a volatile RB2.
- Irvin and the Buccaneers prepare for a Week 6 matchup against the Steelers.
