Rueben Bain Jr. shines in joint practices with Jets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 5:55 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Rueben Bain Jr., the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ first-round pick, demonstrated his skills in joint practices against the New York Jets on August 14, 2026. Bain collected three sacks, showcasing his agility and strength against the offensive line. His performance has impressed coaches and analysts, reinforcing the Buccaneers' confidence in selecting him 15th overall. Bain's ability to overcome offensive contact not only highlights his potential but may also enhance the performance of fellow defensive players by drawing more attention from opposing offenses.
- •Bain recorded three sacks in joint practices against the Jets.
- •He showcased a combination of power and quickness.
- •Tampa Bay selected him 15th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- •Bain's performance may benefit other defensive players on the team.
- 5:55 PMYahoo Sports — Bucs' Rueben Bain Jr. is looking the part in joint practices
"It is early but Rueben Bain Jr. is proving a lot of folks wrong after what he showed in joint practices with the Jets.
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