NFL Week 5 Highlights: Bucky Irving Shines for Buccaneers

Bucky Irving had a remarkable performance for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during their Week 5 game, scoring two touchdowns and achieving his best fantasy outing to date. This marked his first two-touchdown game as a Buccaneer.

Irving, who had faced skepticism from fantasy managers due to previous injuries and competition for goal-line snaps, played 79.6% of early-down snaps and reached at least 14 touches in every game this season. In this match, he scored a receiving touchdown from five yards and a rushing touchdown from two yards, along with a 72-yard run.

The Buccaneers also showcased a rotation at the third receiver position, with Tez Johnson and Ted Hurst III alternating throughout the game. Meanwhile, the Dallas Cowboys attempted to involve KaVontae Turpin more, as he recorded a season-high snap rate, catching a pass for seven yards in the first half.