Buccaneers' Top Rookie Dealing With Preseason Injury
Summary
Rueben Bain Jr., a rookie defensive player for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, suffered a minor injury during the preseason but is expected to play in the team's first game. Bain was a top college player and was picked 15th in the NFL draft.Key Facts
- Rueben Bain Jr. injured his AC joint late in August, but it is not serious.
- The AC joint connects the collarbone to the shoulder blade.
- Bain is still expected to play in Week 1 against the Cincinnati Bengals on September 13.
- He was drafted 15th overall by the Buccaneers after a strong college career.
- Bain helped lead the Miami Hurricanes to the College Football Playoff National Championship game.
- Some teams were concerned about his arm length, which caused him to be picked later than expected.
- Buccaneers' General Manager Jason Licht praised Bain's passion for football and his practice habits.
- ESPN analyst Domonique Foxworth predicted Bain could win Defensive Rookie of the Year and help the team reach the Super Bowl.
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