Bucky Irving Returns Amidst Injury Updates for Buccaneers

WHO:

Draft Sharks - Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving practiced for the first time this offseason.

Heavy NFL - Head coach Todd Bowles of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers expressed uncertainty about Irving's participation.

WHAT:

Draft Sharks - Bucky Irving returned to practice after recovering from an injury.

Heavy NFL - Irving underwent offseason shoulder surgery.

WHERE:

Heavy NFL - The events took place during the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' OTAs (Organized Team Activities).

WHEN:

Draft Sharks - Irving practiced on Thursday for the first time this offseason.

WHY:

Heavy NFL - The return of Bucky Irving to practice was considered a pleasant surprise for fans.

HOW:

Heavy NFL - Irving's return to practice followed his recovery from shoulder surgery.

(UPDATED June 11, 2026 19:52 UTC)

Bucky Irving returned to practice for the first time this offseason, marking a significant step in his recovery from shoulder surgery. Head coach Todd Bowles of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers expressed uncertainty about Irving's participation during the team's Organized Team Activities. Fans are pleasantly surprised by his return, which took place on a Thursday.