The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will host the New Orleans Saints in Week 14. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB Bucky Irving.
Is Bucky Irving Playing in Week 14?
Irving is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Buccaneers’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Irving in Week 14?
Todd Bowles was non-committal entering last week. He told us that Irving (foot/shoulder) would get the first shot at a backfield that was going to lean into a “hot hand” approach.
That was a lie on multiple fronts.
Not only did Rachaad White get the first carry of the game, but Irving ran away with the backfield despite not really flashing a hot hand.
He finished the game against the vulnerable Cardinals’ defense with 61 yards on 17 carries. That’s below average, and if that qualifies as “hot,” then the expectations are awfully low for those around him.
Irving found the paint in the third quarter last week, making good for fantasy managers after an early TD got wiped off the board by a holding penalty that probably wasn’t needed.
All systems go.
The Saints have given up 15+ PPR points to a running back in four straight games, and I think that’s the floor for Irving this week as he naturally trends closer to full strength. He’s my RB8 for this week, and this looks like a player poised to reward you for your patience with his rehab process.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Irving’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 14
Irving is projected to score 16.6 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Irving to rush for 76 yards and 0.5 rushing touchdowns, while adding three receptions for 27 receiving yards.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 14 Weather Impact: Saints at Buccaneers
The forecast for kickoff is 73 degrees Fahrenheit with 10 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
