Lavonte David mentors Rueben Bain Jr. in Buccaneers camp

Lavonte David expressed a desire to mentor Rueben Bain Jr., who is entering his first NFL season with the Buccaneers after being selected 15th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft. David, a retired linebacker who spent 14 years with Tampa Bay, aims to leverage his experience to support Bain's transition into the league. The two share a long-standing connection, as Bain attended David's football camps as a child. Although David won't play alongside Bain, he will offer guidance as Bain adjusts to the team's defensive expectations.

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