Buccaneers rookies Bain, Hurst, and Morrison highlighted for training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 8:18 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers focus on youth as training camp approaches. Rookies Rueben Bain Jr. and Ted Hurst III are identified as players likely to make an immediate impact under coach Todd Bowles. Bain, a linebacker, was drafted at No. 15 and is expected to enhance the pass rush, while Hurst could fill the gap left by Mike Evans. Second-year cornerback Benjamin Morrison is also a key figure, aiming to secure a starting position, although he faces health challenges. Training camp begins next Tuesday, providing an opportunity for these players to establish their roles.
- •Training camp starts next Tuesday for the Buccaneers.
- •Rueben Bain Jr. was selected No. 15 in the draft.
- •Ted Hurst III aims to replace Mike Evans' production.
- •Benjamin Morrison seeks to overcome injury issues.
- •Bain could become the first rookie since 2000 to reach 10 sacks.
- 8:35 PMYahoo Sports — 3 Jaguars To Keep an Eye on During Training Camp
- 8:18 PMYahoo Sports — 3 Buccaneers To Keep an Eye on During Training Camp
"A resurgent Brian Thomas Jr. seeks deep-threat redemption while Chris Rodriguez Jr. and Caleb Ransaw battle through injury recoveries to secure pivotal roles in Jacksonville’s new-look depth chart.
"Explosive pass rusher Rueben Bain Jr. and a dynamic rookie receiver lead a youth movement in Tampa Bay as Todd Bowles seeks to overhaul his depleted roster.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 8:35 PM3 Jaguars To Keep an Eye on During Training Camp
A resurgent Brian Thomas Jr. seeks deep-threat redemption while Chris Rodriguez Jr. and Caleb Ransaw battle through injury recoveries to secure pivotal roles in Jacksonville’s new-look depth chart.
- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 8:18 PM3 Buccaneers To Keep an Eye on During Training Camp
Explosive pass rusher Rueben Bain Jr. and a dynamic rookie receiver lead a youth movement in Tampa Bay as Todd Bowles seeks to overhaul his depleted roster.
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