Should Fantasy Owners TARGET Bucky Irving or Kenneth Gainwell in the Buccaneers' Backfield?

Fantasy Football Quick Hits- Quick Takes On Fantasy Football · Sep 3, 2026 · 9m

Tampa Bay Buccaneers face critical fantasy football decisions as Bucky Irving and Kenneth Gainwell compete for backfield supremacy. Can Irving rebound from a down season and seize the lead role, or will Gainwell’s pass-catching prowess and sizable contract force a true time-share? Matt Donnelly explores the intrigue of this new 1A/1B situation, breaking down each player’s rushing and receiving upside, plus the impact of red zone opportunities and touchdown potential. Key topics include Irving’s injury recovery, projected rushing volume, and history of goal-line work, set against Gainwell’s…