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Bucky Irving TD Extends Buccaneers' First Half Lead vs. New York Giants

The Bucs' talented first year player is now leading all rookies in rushing touchdowns.

Collin Haalboom

Nov 4, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) hands off to running back Bucky Irving (7) against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
Nov 4, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) hands off to running back Bucky Irving (7) against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images / Denny Medley-Imagn Images
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Just halfway through the second quarter of their matchup against the New York Giants, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have already scored two touchdowns as well as a chip shot Chase McLaughlin field goal to give them an early 17-0 lead.

Liam Coen's offense is absolutely humming early at MetLife Stadium, and the team's latest score came from standout rookie running back, Bucky Irving. The 6-yard TD scamper by the elusive back out of Oregon gives him 5 on the season, which leads all NFL rookies.

READ MORE: Bucs Strike First With Impressive Opening TD Drive vs. Giants

Irving's role has increased as the season has moved along, and it's obvious the Bucs are making a concerted effort to involve him in all facets of the offense.

It's been an impressive rookie season for Irving, and chances are his opportunities will only continue to expand if he maintains this level of production.

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Collin Haalboom
COLLIN HAALBOOM

Prior to joining BucsGameday and Sports Illustrated, Collin's written content was provided through Bucs Banter, and NFL Draft Lounge. He is also the creator and host of the Bucs Banter Podcast. He is a graduate of the Communication Studies program at McMaster University, where he was also a varsity basketball player, and later an advanced scout. He lives with his wife and two children in Hamilton, ON. You can follow Collin on YouTube and Twitter.

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