Will Bucs RB Bucky Irving Play In Week 5? Todd Bowles Provides Injury Update

"We'll know more by Friday," Bowles said. "Right now, it's a sprain. They're taking it day-to-day. If he's not out of the boot by Friday, I'll be more inclined to say he's probably not going to play."

This injury news came after a report by ESPN's Adam Schefter that Irving's foot sprain is not feared to be something that would keep him out long-term. Instead, Schefter stated that he is considered week-to-week.

For a Bucs team that continues to get absolutely battered by injuries, being without Bucky Irving on Sunday would only make things more difficult for offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard as he attempts to gameplan and prepare for the Seahawks' defense. Seattle's unit has been stingy, and Irving is a key part in Grizzard finding an offensive balance between the run game and pass game.

The second-year running back exploded against the Eagles, recording five receptions for 102 yards, which included a long 72-yard touchdown. Irving also added 15 carries for 63 rushing yards, giving him 165 all-purpose yards in that game.

Taking on more responsibilities as the featured back this season, he has not had a game with fewer than 14 carries or four receptions. Fortunately for Tampa Bay, they have capable backs behind him that are more than able to hold things down for the time being.

Rachaad White is the primary backup who would receive a large uptick in playing time. Outside of the Bucs' Week 2 win over the Texans, White has been quiet. Still, he is someone who has become more efficient as a runner since entering the league and is also a plus receiving back. That would allow for Grizzard to run a similar style offense, with Sean Tucker being bumped up the depth chart. Explosive with the balls in his hands, Tucker has just one carry for two rushing yards so far this season.

Expect a heavy dose of Rachaad White and Sean Tucker if Bucky Irving's foot sprain keeps him out of action. In the event Irving does not play, undrafted running back Josh Williams would be elevated from the practice squad. Williams showcased promise throughout the preseason and could rotate in should the offense attempt more of a three-man committee approach.

Stay tuned to PewterReport.com for the latest injury updates regarding Irving and the rest of the team's players throughout this week.