Former Oregon Ducks star Bucky Irving, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' fourth-round draft pick, is adjusting to life in the NFL
, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' fourth-round draft pick, is adjusting to life in the NFL. He signed his standard four-year contract Friday morning and began participating in rookie mini-camp on Monday.
The draft process and learning the playbook have been the toughest parts of Irving's transition so far. He's reached the stage of his career where football is the only focus as opposed to having to worry about collegiate responsibilities, requiring all the more responsibility. Irving's playing style is characterized by his elusiveness and ability to make people miss. Additionally, he focuses on using power to his advantage to break tackles against contact.
"When he accepts the handoff, he bursts and accelerates through the hole and can make people miss in space," said Buccaneers offensive coordinator Liam Coen. As Irving adapts to the NFL, he's focused on staying hydrated and adjusting to the Florida climate. He's ready to play regardless of the weather, but it remains one of the many subtle factors a rookie must adjust to when joining a new team.
"Our offense and our DNA, we start with the run first. So, I know coming out the gate that I'm touching the ball first," Irving said. "I'm not really a guy that's really loud and rowdy. I'm kind of quiet, chilled, and laid back, but I let my pads really do the talking. I go out there and work hard.
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