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It\u2019s too early to get our hopes up, but the Tampa Bay Buccaneers received some excellent news on Wednesday.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Bucky Irving has been sidelined since September with ankle and shoulder injuries, a situation that has taken a key piece of the Bucs’ offense off the board for a large chunk of the season. It\u2019s been reported that the ankle injury has since healed, and it\u2019s been the shoulder injury keeping him on the sidelines. Head coach Todd Bowles confirmed those reports on Monday, saying they still need to see him take a hit.<\/p>\n
Irving wasn\u2019t able to take a hit at Wednesday\u2019s walk-through practice, but he did make his much-anticipated return to the offense, per multiple media reports, including BucsGamedays, River Wells.<\/p>\n
The great wait is over \u2014 Bucky Irving is here, taking some handoffs in walkthrough. Ben Bredeson is also here with a sleeve on his leg.<\/p>\n
We\u2019ll get an update from Todd Bowles soon\u2026\u00a0#Bucs\u00a0#GoBucs\u00a0pic.twitter.com\/yH9DKhyOqc<\/p>\n
The Bucs offense desperately needs Irving to return. The offense has gone stagnant over the last few weeks, and his ability to make defenders miss will be a welcome addition. Seeing Irving take handoffs at practice was an encouraging sign that it could become a reality, potentially as soon as Sunday against the Bills.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Take a look at who is practicing this morning for the Bucs <\/p>\n
Bucky Irving is taking handoffs from Baker Mayfield.\u00a0pic.twitter.com\/i93IWDT6Hh<\/p>\n
The Bucs’ running game has lacked consistent production and explosive plays with Irving sidelined. Rachaad White and Sean Tucker have produced just two 100-yard rushing games in Irving\u2019s absence. Some of the issues have been the offensive line play in front of them, but that\u2019s why they need Irving back, as his ability to make something out of nothing has been pivotal to the offense\u2019s success.\u00a0<\/p>\n
If Irving can go on Sunday it would come at the perfect time for a struggling Bucs offense. The Bills defense has been gashed on the ground all season allowing 147.6 yards per game. Their 30th ranked run defense, is already down Ed Oliver, on injured reserve, and lost third round-rookie Landon Jackson on Sunday to injury. The Bills have struggled with missed tackles all season and the electric tackle-breaking back would be a welcomed addition to the Bucs offense.<\/p>\n
In addition to Irving\u2019s return, left guard Ben Bredeson was also seen at practice with a sleeve on his injured hamstring. His return is inspiring for the Bucs offense as it signals the MRI found no significant damage. Tampa Bay just got Luke Goedeke back in the lineup and can not afford any more injuries on the line.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Santa Clara, California \u2013 November 13, 2025<\/em> \u2013 Amid swirling controversy surrounding Brock Purdy\u2019s potential return to the field, a powerful and unexpected voice has risen to defend the embattled quarterback. NFL legend Rob Gronkowski, a player not typically associated with the San Francisco 49ers, has become an unlikely champion for Purdy at a time when the young signal-caller’s future with the 49ers hangs in the balance.<\/p>\n Purdy, who has been sidelined with an injury, has faced mounting criticism regarding his readiness for the upcoming game against the Arizona Cardinals. As the debate intensifies, a significant portion of 49ers fans and analysts are skeptical about his return. Questions surrounding his full recovery have been raised, with many wondering if he is truly fit to lead the 49ers back into contention. The team\u2019s backup quarterback, QB2, has also impressed during Purdy\u2019s absence, earning the trust of both the coaching staff and fans. With this in mind, some fear that Purdy\u2019s return is being driven more by the weight of expectation than actual physical preparedness.<\/p>\n Enter Rob Gronkowski, the larger-than-life former tight end who has never been one to shy away from speaking his mind, even on issues outside of his usual domain. In a rare statement regarding Purdy, Gronkowski expressed his support with a powerful message that instantly resonated across the sports world.<\/p>\n \u201cWhat\u2019s happening to Brock Purdy is an injustice to football,\u201d Gronkowski declared, his voice filled with passion and conviction. \u201cPeople forget that this young man once carried his team when no one believed in him \u2014 that he rose from adversity and fought with his entire heart. You don\u2019t judge a warrior just because he falls once.\u201d<\/p>\n Gronkowski\u2019s words quickly reverberated through social media, sparking a wave of support for Purdy from 49ers fans and analysts alike. The statement was shared thousands of times, with many fans thanking Gronkowski for his bold defense of their quarterback. It was a reminder of Purdy\u2019s resilience, his journey from undrafted rookie to one of the NFL\u2019s most promising quarterbacks, and his unwavering commitment to the 49ers\u2019 Super Bowl aspirations.<\/p>\n The timing of Gronkowski\u2019s remarks could not have been more crucial. With uncertainty hanging over Purdy\u2019s return, his injury, and the team\u2019s Super Bowl hopes, Gronkowski\u2019s impassioned defense has altered the narrative. The conversation has shifted from skepticism to loyalty, with 49ers Nation rallying behind Purdy, not just as a player, but as a symbol of perseverance and dedication.<\/p>\n As Gronkowski aptly put it, \u201cThis is not the time for blame \u2014 this is the time for loyalty.\u201d His words have not only helped shift the perspective on Purdy\u2019s injury but have also galvanized a fan base that was once divided.<\/p>\n The upcoming game against the Arizona Cardinals has now become much more than a simple football match. It is a test of Purdy\u2019s physical readiness, yes, but also a deeper test of faith. The 49ers will face their division rivals with more than just playoff implications on the line. They will be fighting for the belief in their leader, and as Gronkowski\u2019s stirring words suggest, this battle is about far more than X\u2019s and O\u2019s\u2014it\u2019s about loyalty, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of a quarterback who has proven time and time again that he is more than capable of rising to the occasion.<\/p>\n With Gronkowski\u2019s unexpected support echoing through the halls of 49ers Nation, one thing is certain: this team stands united behind Brock Purdy. The rest, as they say, will be history.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" It\u2019s too early to get our hopes up, but the Tampa Bay Buccaneers received some excellent news on Wednesday.\u00a0 Bucky Irving has been sidelined since September with ankle and shoulder injuries, a…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6971,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6972","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-breaking-news"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t