Bain Jr. Already Projected as Defensive Rookie of the Year

Rueben Bain Jr., selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at No. 15, is already being projected as a potential Defensive Rookie of the Year candidate. FOX Sports' Ben Arthur notes that despite slipping in the first round, Bain landed in an ideal situation with defensive-minded head coach Todd Bowles. somethingsdifferent.biz

The projection includes impressive numbers: 8 sacks, 9 tackles for a loss, and 1 forced fumble. Analysts believe the attention Vita Vea draws from interior offensive lines could create advantageous matchups for Bain on the edge, potentially making him one of the better values in recent draft memory.