RB Sean Tucker, TB (6 Viewers)

[eighsse2]

just a stash

Until we know for sure that Bucky's foot isn't something that will linger, I consider Tucker an any moment breakout candidate. Depending on league structure, it's good to have some of those as part of team construction.

This is the way.

These reactionary youngsters rage drop guys out of spite if they don’t blow up immediately.

Patience, grasshoppers.

I was a believer, man. I've held him most of these 2.3 years since drafting him as a rookie. But he gets 7% of snaps, and hardly gets a shot unless both the guys ahead of him are injured. One Jonas Gray game last year, yes. Dropping after 6 touches for -1 yard was not impatience but exasperation.

 

[Grahamburn]

just a stash

Until we know for sure that Bucky's foot isn't something that will linger, I consider Tucker an any moment breakout candidate. Depending on league structure, it's good to have some of those as part of team construction.

This is the way.

These reactionary youngsters rage drop guys out of spite if they don’t blow up immediately.

Patience, grasshoppers.

I was a believer, man. I've held him most of these 2.3 years since drafting him as a rookie. But he gets 7% of snaps, and hardly gets a shot unless both the guys ahead of him are injured. One Jonas Gray game last year, yes. Dropping after 6 touches for -1 yard was not impatience but exasperation.

This is all true. Honestly.. I don’t know what they don’t like about him. But, there’s something.

 

[LawFitz]

I don’t know what they don’t like about him. But, there’s something

Similar vibes to Trey Henderson situation. For whatever reason(s) both coaching staffs aren't willing to trust the explosive playmaker.

 

[sushinsky4tsar]

just a stash

Until we know for sure that Bucky's foot isn't something that will linger, I consider Tucker an any moment breakout candidate. Depending on league structure, it's good to have some of those as part of team construction.

This is the way.

These reactionary youngsters rage drop guys out of spite if they don’t blow up immediately.

Patience, grasshoppers.

I was a believer, man. I've held him most of these 2.3 years since drafting him as a rookie. But he gets 7% of snaps, and hardly gets a shot unless both the guys ahead of him are injured. One Jonas Gray game last year, yes. Dropping after 6 touches for -1 yard was not impatience but exasperation.

Call me an impatient if I'm dropping him from a 30-man roster with taxi squads. However, I'm nearing a point of cutting bait in a 24x12 dynasty and I don't think that's being unreasonable. The Bucky injury and White free agent status is probably enough for me to hold on for this year and see what happens in the offseason. If this usage continues and the #2 job isn't served to him on a silver platter, I'm out. I might be tempted to do something before that if he can't contribute on the limited chances he gets, but it at least feels like he has an outside chance to do something this year. It didn't feel that way three weeks ago.

 

[Capella]

just a stash

Until we know for sure that Bucky's foot isn't something that will linger, I consider Tucker an any moment breakout candidate. Depending on league structure, it's good to have some of those as part of team construction.

This is the way.

These reactionary youngsters rage drop guys out of spite if they don’t blow up immediately.

Patience, grasshoppers.

I was a believer, man. I've held him most of these 2.3 years since drafting him as a rookie. But he gets 7% of snaps, and hardly gets a shot unless both the guys ahead of him are injured. One Jonas Gray game last year, yes. Dropping after 6 touches for -1 yard was not impatience but exasperation.

This is all true. Honestly.. I don’t know what they don’t like about him. But, there’s something.

Pass blocking. White does every single thing better than Tucker does. Complete player, team loves him.

Pass blocking an even bigger component now with 40% of the OL hurt. No way is Tucker getting much run out there, barring a White injury or major struggle.

 

[EBF]

The % of UDFA RBs who see 3 years on a roster in the NFL is miniscule. From that perspective, Tucker has already beaten the odds.

In terms of whether he'll ever be relevant in FF, it feels like we'll just have to wait and see. Irving was a surprise home run last year and White is a decent NFL player, so Tucker has just kind of been stuck there without great opportunity. That they aren't forcing touches suggests they don't love him, but he wouldn't be on the 53 if they thought he was JAG level. Once you get past the elite backs in the NFL, there's a big glut of guys who can put in a shift when called upon, but aren't exciting enough to command steady work.

At the moment Tucker seems to be stuck in this Jordan Mason/Keaton Mitchell type of territory.

I wouldn't go out and pay a premium for him in dynasty, but he remains an intriguing stash IMO.

Looks to be a FA after this season if I'm not mistaken. Demand for his services should be telling, one way or another.

 

[eighsse2]

Finally dropped this punk for Jack Bech.

ctrl+z

 

[King of the Jungle]

The % of UDFA RBs who see 3 years on a roster in the NFL is miniscule. From that perspective, Tucker has already beaten the odds.

In terms of whether he'll ever be relevant in FF, it feels like we'll just have to wait and see. Irving was a surprise home run last year and White is a decent NFL player, so Tucker has just kind of been stuck there without great opportunity. That they aren't forcing touches suggests they don't love him, but he wouldn't be on the 53 if they thought he was JAG level. Once you get past the elite backs in the NFL, there's a big glut of guys who can put in a shift when called upon, but aren't exciting enough to command steady work.

At the moment Tucker seems to be stuck in this Jordan Mason/Keaton Mitchell type of territory.

I wouldn't go out and pay a premium for him in dynasty, but he remains an intriguing stash IMO.

Looks to be a FA after this season if I'm not mistaken. Demand for his services should be telling, one way or another.

I like the Jordan Mason comparison as far as possible career trajectory, Tucker may find a home with more opportunity after his contract is up (or through trade).

 

[warpig33]

The % of UDFA RBs who see 3 years on a roster in the NFL is miniscule. From that perspective, Tucker has already beaten the odds.

In terms of whether he'll ever be relevant in FF, it feels like we'll just have to wait and see. Irving was a surprise home run last year and White is a decent NFL player, so Tucker has just kind of been stuck there without great opportunity. That they aren't forcing touches suggests they don't love him, but he wouldn't be on the 53 if they thought he was JAG level. Once you get past the elite backs in the NFL, there's a big glut of guys who can put in a shift when called upon, but aren't exciting enough to command steady work.

At the moment Tucker seems to be stuck in this Jordan Mason/Keaton Mitchell type of territory.

I wouldn't go out and pay a premium for him in dynasty, but he remains an intriguing stash IMO.

Looks to be a FA after this season if I'm not mistaken. Demand for his services should be telling, one way or another.

I like the Jordan Mason comparison as far as possible career trajectory, Tucker may find a home with more opportunity after his contract is up (or through trade).

...Or he hits that lowly FA RB pool and withers and dies. He's not elite level and it seems only those guys or guys that have had decent time as a starter get a retread opportunity. There are several RBs out there that should probably be on an NFL roster, but get passed over for older, less talented, washed up guys because they were with a coach somewhere else or knows the system. I have zero faith he'll get a legit chance to be a starter. IF he does get signed, it will be somewhere that already has a couple decent RBs and he'll be a part of a RBBC with 2 other RBs on the roster. I could also see him resigning with TB...especially if he doesn't get a sniff from another team. They probably value him the most since he knows their system. Or he could go to JAX and be a part of that RBBC mess. Wouldn't surprise me in the least.

 

[King of the Jungle]

The % of UDFA RBs who see 3 years on a roster in the NFL is miniscule. From that perspective, Tucker has already beaten the odds.

In terms of whether he'll ever be relevant in FF, it feels like we'll just have to wait and see. Irving was a surprise home run last year and White is a decent NFL player, so Tucker has just kind of been stuck there without great opportunity. That they aren't forcing touches suggests they don't love him, but he wouldn't be on the 53 if they thought he was JAG level. Once you get past the elite backs in the NFL, there's a big glut of guys who can put in a shift when called upon, but aren't exciting enough to command steady work.

At the moment Tucker seems to be stuck in this Jordan Mason/Keaton Mitchell type of territory.

I wouldn't go out and pay a premium for him in dynasty, but he remains an intriguing stash IMO.

Looks to be a FA after this season if I'm not mistaken. Demand for his services should be telling, one way or another.

I like the Jordan Mason comparison as far as possible career trajectory, Tucker may find a home with more opportunity after his contract is up (or through trade).

...Or he hits that lowly FA RB pool and withers and dies. He's not elite level and it seems only those guys or guys that have had decent time as a starter get a retread opportunity. There are several RBs out there that should probably be on an NFL roster, but get passed over for older, less talented, washed up guys because they were with a coach somewhere else or knows the system. I have zero faith he'll get a legit chance to be a starter. IF he does get signed, it will be somewhere that already has a couple decent RBs and he'll be a part of a RBBC with 2 other RBs on the roster. I could also see him resigning with TB...especially if he doesn't get a sniff from another team. They probably value him the most since he knows their system. Or he could go to JAX and be a part of that RBBC mess. Wouldn't surprise me in the least.

Certainly not a given he finds his way to center stage, much like Mason. But it is a tough position to stay healthy, so it just takes one team to believe he has the talent to give him a few more opps. If he can consistently deliver is still a question mark. Although I compare his possible trajectory to Mason, I think Mason is more talented (but have always been biased towards him).

 

[brewer]

I unfortunately think Sean Tucker's career is going to look a lot like Jonas Gray. One amazing game and very little otherwise.

 

[LawFitz]

I'm reserving judgment until we get to see him play more. He has been stuck behind two solid RBs who this team likes more. I want to see what happens when he gets unstuck.

 

[Ministry of Pain]

https://x.com/matty4_matera/status/1950907391727272425

Matt Matera
#Bucs RB trio of Bucky Irving, Rachaad White and Sean Tucker

Interesting, i thought Tucker hit the drill the best with his quick steps but you clearly see Bucky and White with big safety head gear so they don't get hurt
You can see how the Bucs are prioritizing all 3 of them

White had 1,500/9 TD in '23 and even with Irving bursting on the scene, White still had 1,000 total yds, 9 TD and another 51 catches
Bucs may have the most talented overall backfield in the league or at least the deepest

I wrote this in preseason and it still matters IMHO...Bucky has a safety thing around his helmet, White does too and Tucker is not given a protective device for his helmet
Why not when you watch that video? Because the Bucs don't look at Tucker the same way the FF community has been trying to look at him

Just my opinion and you can feel differently

 

[JohnnyU]

You can only hold for so long before you have to drop him for injury fill in. At some point it comes to a head and you move on.

 

[JohnnyU]

Roster spots are valuable

 

[LawFitz]

Bucky has a safety thing around his helmet, White does too and Tucker is not given a protective device for his helmet
Why not when you watch that video?

Guardian caps are mandatory for all RBs during contact practice drills. Players choose whether they want to wear them in other situations.

 

[Grahamburn]

At thinking the Bucs are withholding a guardian cap from Sean Tucker because they don’t like him.

 

[EBF]

Maybe the Bucs are trying to give Tucker brain damage so they can re-sign him cheap this summer.

There could be many levels to this.

 

[King of the Jungle]

Maybe the Bucs are trying to give Tucker brain damage so they can re-sign him cheap this summer.

There could be many levels to this.

Like the angle. Not like we can say the guy is a stud, but he has shown enough in spurts to wonder if he could be a competent back with more opportunities.

 

[Smack Tripper]

Starting him this week.... with confidence

Wirfs changes everything, should be a run heavy plan for Tampa

 

[msudaisy26]

Starting him this week.... with confidence

Wirfs changes everything, should be a run heavy plan for Tampa

Against a Lions team that is missing their entire starting secondary and Baker is the hottest qb in the league?

 

[Smack Tripper]

Starting him this week.... with confidence

Wirfs changes everything, should be a run heavy plan for Tampa

Against a Lions team that is missing their entire starting secondary and Baker is the hottest qb in the league?

I"m really just desperate... its him or Michael Carter. I did like how Wirfs opened things. Tampa's D stinks too, I do think they'd want to shorten the game with their wides so beat up.

 

[jobarules]

Starting him this week.... with confidence

Wirfs changes everything, should be a run heavy plan for Tampa

Against a Lions team that is missing their entire starting secondary and Baker is the hottest qb in the league?

I"m really just desperate... its him or Michael Carter. I did like how Wirfs opened things. Tampa's D stinks too, I do think they'd want to shorten the game with their wides so beat up.

Go with carter

 

[eighsse2]

Rachaad White's carries only exceeded Tucker's by 1? How is that even possible? Did Bowles find White in bed with his wife or something?

 

[Grahamburn]

Tucker got some run today and looked good doing it.

 

[msudaisy26]

Rachaad White's carries only exceeded Tucker's by 1? How is that even possible? Did Bowles find White in bed with his wife or something?

I think they like White in his role with a little extra work with Bucky out.

 

[Lansdowne]

In a pretty strong list of RBs the Patriots defense have faced this season, Tucker is the first of them to surpass 50 yards rushing against them. And it only took him 9 carries at that. This guy deserves more touches.

 

[jobarules]

Its too bad Bucky will probably be back soon because I think Tucker would've taken over here. White has been TERRIBLE.

 

[EBF]

When you think about his impending free agency and look around at the RB depth charts in the league, there aren't a lot of obvious spots where he could walk in and be the clear most talented back from day one. On the other hand, he definitely seems good enough to deserve playing time instead of being a bystander.

Putting reps on tape in games like this will help him secure another opportunity, whether it's in Tampa or elsewhere. If I were a GM, I'd certainly be looking at him as candidate to add to my RB rotation for a modest salary.

 

[Breast Dickwell]

When you think about his impending free agency and look around at the RB depth charts in the league, there aren't a lot of obvious spots where he could walk in and be the clear most talented back from day one. On the other hand, he definitely seems good enough to deserve playing time instead of being a bystander.

Putting reps on tape in games like this will help him secure another opportunity, whether it's in Tampa or elsewhere. If I were a GM, I'd certainly be looking at him as candidate to add to my RB rotation for a modest salary.

Kansas City would be an ideal landing spot. He's exactly the kind of player Brett Veach targets in terms of cost/talent. Plus, the opportunity is there.

 

[kyoun1e]

Its too bad Bucky will probably be back soon because I think Tucker would've taken over here. White has been TERRIBLE.

There still isn't a timeline for Bucky apparently. Odd situation. Was never put on IR.

I knew I should have picked up Tucker Sunday. Hoping he stays off the radar a bit.

 

[sushinsky4tsar]

Its too bad Bucky will probably be back soon because I think Tucker would've taken over here. White has been TERRIBLE.

There still isn't a timeline for Bucky apparently. Odd situation. Was never put on IR.

I knew I should have picked up Tucker Sunday. Hoping he stays off the radar a bit.

I dropped a couple weeks ago in dynasty. He still hasn't been picked up, but guessing that will change. If we're thinking there's a chance Bucky is out through part of the fantasy playoffs, sure I should probably consider making a bid this week. He could be useful in re-draft, and I probably should have given him more consideration there. To be honest, there's probably more appeal for me to take a shot on that side than dynasty.

It's hard to see how this ship comes in over the long haul for dynasty. They seem to love White, enough to continue to give him plenty of rushes in addition to the vast majority of the receiving work. I kind of lost hope that they won't make an effort to retain White's services / role. If Irving isn't dealing with a career altering injury, where is this really going for Tucker in dynasty? I would like to have him on my roster, but I dropped for Vidal and have since opted for Neal and TeSlaa as end of roster stashes. Maybe that will prove to be a mistake, but it just feels like there's as much or more potential for a role that actually matters in '26. All three are probably a long shots needing something unexpected to transpire ahead of them on the depth chart.

 

[Grahamburn]

That was definitely a self scouting during the bye week situation to get him more touches and Tucker didn’t disappoint. (He did have a bad drop that would have been a big gain)

That being said the interior of this line is in shambles.

 

[The Frankman]

Bucky isn't even close to practicing and there are already whispers the Bucs Medical staff botched the diagnosis. He may need surgery.

 

[Grahamburn]

Bucky isn't even close to practicing and there are already whispers the Bucs Medical staff botched the diagnosis. He may need surgery.

Gotta link this.

 

[Ray Barboni]

Bucky isn't even close to practicing and there are already whispers the Bucs Medical staff botched the diagnosis. He may need surgery.

Gotta link this.

I trust in The Frankman, but yea, i link would be helpful. This would be devastating to a lot of fantasy managers. Why though, have the Bucs not gotten Tucker more involved earlier?

 

[The Frankman]

Bucky isn't even close to practicing and there are already whispers the Bucs Medical staff botched the diagnosis. He may need surgery.

Gotta link this.

Posted in the Bucky Irving thread

Again, the issue is after 6 weeks he doesn't even have a plan on a return to activity. He's legit still in the "healing and evaluation" process.... that's not good. That's right up there with Ricky DNPearsall.

 

[Faust]

Ben Cummins
Sean Tucker has run for more yards than Rachaad White in back to back games and just became the first player to run for more than 50 yards on the Patriots defense this season…on just 9 carries.

https://x.com/bencumminsff/status/1987994739027964418?s=61

Frank Ammirante
It's time for the Bucs to feature Sean Tucker on early downs, using Rachaad White only as the pass-catching specialist.

White may be the most inefficient runner in football.

At least Tucker gives you more burst.

https://x.com/fammirantetfj/status/1987969869577343139?s=61

Dataroma
Sean Tucker vs. Rachaad White in 2025 since Bucky Irving went out with injury, per @FantasyPtsData:

White:
+ 3.39 YPC
+ 0% explosive rate
+ 1.44 YACo/Att

Tucker:
+ 4.10 YPC
+ 6.5% explosive rate
+ 1.94 YACo/Att

https://x.com/ffdataroma/status/1987949755490857253?s=61

 

[Grahamburn]

Tucker was also in on the next to last drive of the game. The critical drive. And had a really nice blitz pickup on the first play of the series after his long run to set the Bucs up in NE territory. Ultimately the drive stalled, but Tucker is trending up big time.

 

[Lansdowne]

Starting Tucker with confidence this week. He’s looked more efficient as a runner lately than White and I can see his work load start to increase. The Bucs face the Bills this week, who have given up the 5th most (tied with the Falcons) fantasy points per game to RBs this season.

 

[eighsse2]

He’s looked more efficient as a runner lately than White

2 plus 3 has also equalled 5 "lately"

 

[Lansdowne]

He’s looked more efficient as a runner lately than White

2 plus 3 has also equalled 5 "lately"

https://64.media.tumblr.com/ea96e6fb577db8620dd686f1084827b5/tumblr_owwucnROBs1vx02uso10_400.gif

 

[JohnnyU]

Starting Tucker with confidence this week. He’s looked more efficient as a runner lately than White and I can see his work load start to increase. The Bucs face the Bills this week, who have given up the 5th most (tied with the Falcons) fantasy points per game to RBs this season.

Confidence? I think not.

 

[Lansdowne]

Starting Tucker with confidence this week. He’s looked more efficient as a runner lately than White and I can see his work load start to increase. The Bucs face the Bills this week, who have given up the 5th most (tied with the Falcons) fantasy points per game to RBs this season.

Confidence? I think not.

Think what you will, but I’m starting him with confidence this week and stated my reasons for it. You may not be confident enough to start him this week but I am. To each their own.

 

[sushinsky4tsar]

There's plenty to like as a depth RB addition for 2025. I actually forgot that he's set for free agency this offseason. That changes the equation for my in dynasty in a big way. The guys in front of him were making this feel like a pretty bleak situation for long-term opportunity, but FA at least gives him another path to '26 relevancy if he blows up. I might have to go big to try to win back his services.

The one carry, no carry, no carry treatment was a pretty galling start to the season after all the accolades that were showered upon him. Unfortunately, 3 carries & 3 receptions for a negative total yard off the first Irving injury opportunity was the breaking point for me.

 

[Grahamburn]

Just for the sake of clarification Tucker is a restricted free agent after the season. The Bucs will be able to tender him and match any offer sheet he receives.

Rachaad White is a free agent though and it's doubtful he is retained so they'll likely want to keep Tucker.

 

[Doubles]

Just traded Spears for White and now trying to get Tucker on waivers. Bucky ain’t coming back.

 

[JohnnyU]

Starting Tucker with confidence this week. He’s looked more efficient as a runner lately than White and I can see his work load start to increase. The Bucs face the Bills this week, who have given up the 5th most (tied with the Falcons) fantasy points per game to RBs this season.

Confidence? I think not.

Think what you will, but I’m starting him with confidence this week and stated my reasons for it. You may not be confident enough to start him this week but I am. To each their own.

How much work is required to reach confidence level for starting? 9 Carries? 10? 12?

 

[Lansdowne]

Starting Tucker with confidence this week. He’s looked more efficient as a runner lately than White and I can see his work load start to increase. The Bucs face the Bills this week, who have given up the 5th most (tied with the Falcons) fantasy points per game to RBs this season.

Confidence? I think not.

Think what you will, but I’m starting him with confidence this week and stated my reasons for it. You may not be confident enough to start him this week but I am. To each their own.

How much work is required to reach confidence level for starting? 9 Carries? 10? 12?

The idea is that Tucker is trending in the right direction, his direct competition in the opposite direction, and that more work should follow. I’m estimating he gets more than 12 carries this week (let’s say 14 because White will still get his) and gets in the end zone at least once.

I started him as my flex last time he faced New Orleans and he went for 12-42-1, not amazing but enough to be the winning difference in my matchup that week. This will be the first time I start him since then, the time feels right for it. I have both White and Tucker in one of my leagues and I’m riding with Tucker in that one. Of course it wouldn’t be the first and won’t be the last if this completely backfires on me. But this is one of those times I’m trusting my gut. I recently switched out Keenan Allen for Jameson Williams at the last minute and it won my matchup, so I’m trying to ride that good vibes train. At the end of the day we’re all just guessing. In terms of Tucker I see the storm coming and am trying to react early rather than waiting for it to arrive.

 

[JohnnyU]

Starting Tucker with confidence this week. He’s looked more efficient as a runner lately than White and I can see his work load start to increase. The Bucs face the Bills this week, who have given up the 5th most (tied with the Falcons) fantasy points per game to RBs this season.

Confidence? I think not.

Think what you will, but I’m starting him with confidence this week and stated my reasons for it. You may not be confident enough to start him this week but I am. To each their own.

How much work is required to reach confidence level for starting? 9 Carries? 10? 12?

The idea is that Tucker is trending in the right direction, his direct competition in the opposite direction, and that more work should follow. I’m estimating he gets more than 12 carries this week (let’s say 14 because White will still get his) and gets in the end zone at least once.

I started him as my flex last time he faced New Orleans and he went for 12-42-1, not amazing but enough to be the winning difference in my matchup that week. This will be the first time I start him since then, the time feels right for it. I have both White and Tucker in one of my leagues and I’m riding with Tucker in that one. Of course it wouldn’t be the first and won’t be the last if this completely backfires on me. But this is one of those times I’m trusting my gut. I recently switched out Keenan Allen for Jameson Williams at the last minute and it won my matchup, so I’m trying to ride that good vibes train. At the end of the day we’re all just guessing. In terms of Tucker I see the storm coming and am trying to react early rather than waiting for it to arrive.

Who are you benching in favor of Tucker?