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He also ran for 378 yards after never topping 165 in his previous six seasons. With Liam Coen in Jacksonville, Josh Grizzard plans to keep the offense intact, which is good news for Mayfield’s fantasy prospects. Rachaad White had an RB4 finish in 2023, but this is now Bucky Irving’s backfield. Irving had a dynamite debut, compiling 1,513 scrimmage yards and eight touchdowns. Irving was top-5 in yards per touch (6.0), yards created per touch (4.94) while posting top-10 weekly numbers in six of his final nine. Meanwhile, White maintained usable touches, especially in the red zone. White also hauled in 51 grabs, so there’s enough touches left over for him to be a solid handcuff or fantasy RB4. The Bucs boast a deep and talented group of pass-catching weapons. WR Mike Evans tied an NFL record with his 11th consecutive 1,000-plus yard season. Evans, who turns 32 in August, has shown no signs of slowing down. Teammate Chris Godwin was the WR3 in fantasy points per game before dislocating his ankle in Week 7. If recovered, Godwin will once again thrive from the slot. That gives Tampa one of the top duos in football, but the group was further boosted by the addition of first-rounder Emeka Egbuka from Ohio State. Egbuka is the Buckeyes’ all-time leading receiver with 205 receptions. Egbuka and Jaelen McMillian, who scored eight TDs in 2024, give Tampa one of the best receiving corps in the NFL. TE Cade Otton continues to improve each season. He finished as a high-end TE2. However, the additions of Egbuka and a healthy Godwin will cut into Otton’s 19 percent target share. Fantasy Grade: A- QB Mayfield, Baker, TB [QB1] Baker Mayfield’s 2024 season marked a career resurgence, as he led the NFC with 41 passing touchdowns and ranked third in the NFL with 4,500 passing yards. His 71.4 percent completion rate and 7.9 yards per attempt showcased his efficiency, and he tied Lamar Jackson for 2nd in TD strikes (41). Mayfield got even better after his breakout 2023 showing, and the Bucs invested a first-round pick on another pass-catching weapon. Interceptions remain an issue, but are part of the risk/reward of employing a gunslinger like Mayfield. As long as the value is right, Mayfield is a quality option in an elite offense. ADVICE: Likely peaked, but quality QB1. RB Irving, Bucky, TB [RB1] After being drafted in the fourth round by Tampa Bay, Bucky Irving broke out as a rookie, finishing with 1,121 rushing yards, 392 receiving yards, and eight total touchdowns over 17 games. Irving averaged 14.4 PPR points per game, ranking RB19 overall, and led all rookies in scrimmage yards (1,513). His 5.4 yards per carry and 91 missed tackles forced showcased elite efficiency. With Rachaad White moving into a complementary role, Irving is expected to remain Tampa Bay’s primary back in 2025. The Buccaneers’ high-scoring offense and Irving’s dual-threat ability make him a strong RB2 with RB1 upside in PPR formats. ADVICE: Irving finished as the RB19 last season and is poised to have a more prominent role in 2025. RB White, Rachaad, TB [RB2] Rachaad White enters the 2025 season with tempered expectations after a diminished role last season. In 2024, White recorded 144 rushing attempts for 613 yards (4.2 YPC) and three touchdowns, adding 44 receptions for 303 yards and four receiving touchdowns across 16 games. His touches dropped significantly (11.8 per game vs. 19.6 in 2023) as rookie Bucky Irving emerged, out-touching White in key games. White’s 91.4 percent catch rate remained elite, but a costly fumble and reduced carries (zero touches Week 18) hurt his value. For 2025, White projects as a high-end RB4, likely a backup to Irving. 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