Bucs rookie Bucky Irving learning football is more than a game at NFL level

TAMPA — The difference between college football and the NFL has become apparent to rookie running back Bucky Irving during his two months with the Bucs.

It’s not just a game anymore.

“I’d say the details and intensity is way higher from college to the NFL,” Irving said. “Guys take it a lot more seriously.

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• Trevyn Gray is a sports reporter. He can be reached at tgray@tampabay.com.

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