Fantasy Football Start/Sit Lineup Advice: Running Backs (Week 1) - FantasyPros

For Week 1, FantasyPros fantasy editor Derek Brown highlights two Tampa Bay running backs in a start/sit framework, with the broader context of a changing opponent defense. Bucky Irving (TB) has battled multiple injuries across his short career, limiting consistency; in 2024 he averaged 20.3 touches and 86.5 total yards but fell to 43rd in explosive run rate and 35th in missed tackle rate among qualifying backs. With Rachaad White gone, Irving faces a projected split backfield with Kenneth Gainwell. Brown views Tampa Bay’s workload as more volatile, while suggesting Cincy’s offseason defensive overhaul could keep it neutral.