Who Should I Start? Tyler Allgeier or Bucky Irving

Wednesday, November 12, 1:39 PM

Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris said that running back Tyler Allgeier is "the least talked about superstar on our football team," according to Marc Raimondi of ESPN. Despite being the backup to another superstar in RB Bijan Robinson, Allgeier has seen double-digit carries five times in 2025, including in the Week 10 loss in Germany to the Indianapolis Colts, when he carried the ball 11 times for 57 yards and two touchdowns. The 25-year-old only has five catches for 20 yards in nine games, but the fact that he continues to be used near the goal line over Robinson is giving him standalone fantasy appeal as an RB3/flex. Robinson only has two rushing touchdowns this year, while Allgeier has six. Allgeier's volume is not consistent, but his nose for the end zone makes him a pretty valuable handcuff option in fantasy.

Thursday, November 13, 3:57 PM

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving (foot, shoulder) returned to practice this week and was limited for the second straight day on Thursday, according to Brianna Dix of Buccaneers.com. Irving has not played since Week 4, but it appears he might have a real chance at returning this Sunday to take on the Buffalo Bills. The 23-year-old was Tampa's clear lead back before suffering a shoulder subluxation and a sprained foot. Fantasy managers have to be stoked that Irving is making progress, but keep in mind that head coach Todd Bowles said earlier this week that he didn't expect Irving to play in Week 11. He'll probably need a full practice on Friday to have a realistic shot at playing this weekend. If Irving isn't cleared, his next chance to play will be in Week 12 against the Los Angeles Rams. Rachaad White and Sean Tucker will split backfield work another week if Irving doesn't play.