Michael Irvin Rips ESPN for 'Classless' NFL Draft Coverage of Reuben Bain
Summary
Michael Irvin criticized ESPN for showing a negative detail about Reuben Bain Jr. during the NFL Draft coverage. Irvin said ESPN was unfair by focusing on Bain’s short arm length instead of his football achievements when he was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.Key Facts
- Reuben Bain Jr. played college football at the University of Miami as a defensive player.
- Bain was selected 15th overall by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFL Draft.
- Bain had 121 tackles, 20.5 sacks, 4 forced fumbles, and 1 interception in three seasons at Miami.
- ESPN displayed Bain’s arm length during the draft coverage, which some saw as a negative point.
- Michael Irvin said this focus was "classless" and took attention away from Bain’s positive stats.
- ESPN analyst Mel Kiper Jr. acknowledged Bain’s short arms but praised his other skills and potential.
- NFL.com noted Bain’s short arms as a weakness but still gave him a strong prospect grade.
- Bain is expected to be an immediate starter for the Buccaneers’ defense next season.
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