Bucky Irving among NFL's top running backs after Week 5

Bucky Irving continues to establish himself as a critical player for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Through Week 5, he ranks fourth in rushing Expected Points Added (EPA) at +4.1 and recently rushed for a career-high 165 yards against the Dallas Cowboys. Despite early season struggles for the Buccaneers, including inconsistent play and a quarterback change due to Baker Mayfield's injury, Irving's performance has significantly boosted their offensive capabilities. His ability to create scoring opportunities has made him essential to the team's success moving forward.

• 1:25 PMYahoo Sports — Bucky Irving amongst most valuable running backs through 5 weeks