Rachaad White sees reduced role in Buccaneers backfield
by Bruno Mulé | Buccaneers Correspondent | Mon, Dec 30th 8:54am EST
Rachaad White’s role continued to diminish in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 48-14 win over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. He logged just 6 carries for 30 yards, averaging 5.0 yards per attempt, and caught his only target for 4 yards. With rookie Bucky Irving taking the lead in the backfield and surpassing 1,000 rushing yards on the season, White has increasingly been relegated to a complementary role. This shift in usage highlights the Buccaneers’ confidence in Irving as their primary ball carrier.
Fantasy Impact:
White’s reduced workload limits his fantasy value moving forward, particularly as Bucky Irving dominates touches in the backfield. While White remains efficient in limited opportunities, his upside is capped in most formats. Managers should approach White as a deep-league option or insurance for Irving rather than a reliable weekly starter.
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