The Bucs offense had the belief that they could achieve anything in 2025 with the build that general manager Jason Licht gave them, then offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard. However, injuries and questionable playcalling had led the Bucs to rethink things, including hiring a new offensive coordinator.
The new playcaller for the Bucs is former Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Zac Robinson. During his time with the Bucs division rival, he was able to make several players within the offense become stars, such as Bijan Robinson and Drake London. Now, with the Bucs in 2026, he has a chance to do the same for players on this roster, and he already has one in his sights.
ESPN's Jenna Laine discussed four needs for the Bucs this offseason, and one of which was the running back position. However, one key part of that is Bucky Irving being healthy, and if he is, then Robinson has some plans for him.
"I see Bucky in a very similar light [to Bijan Robinson] there with what he can do in the passing game, and there's not a run concept that he can't run. So I'm excited to work with Bucky and know that there is a ton of meat on the bone in the passing game."
If Irving can be half the back that Bijan Robinson is, the Bucs could have a special season on offense. Robinson has his holes, but no one can debate that he knows how to get a ground game going.
This article originally appeared on Bucs Wire: OC Zac Robinson sets high bar for Bucky Irving in his offense in 2026