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RUEBEN BAIN JR.
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Bucs' Release Week Four Depth Chart: Christian Rozeboom Gets In On Defense
LBs Christian Rozeboom and SirVocea Dennis split time during Josiah Trotter's absence in Week Three, while veteran DL Al-Quadin Muhammad pic...
1 DAY AGO
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BUCCANEERS.COM
Winless Buccaneers have to turn things around without Baker Mayfield
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers couldn’t win with Baker Mayfield
2 DAYS AGO
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Associated Press
Another Brutal Buccaneers Loss: 3 Takeaways From Vikings' Win In Tampa Bay
Todd Bowles might be in trouble as the Buccaneers fell to 0-3.
2 DAYS AGO
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FOX SPORTS
Vikings beat Buccaneers 23-16 but lose Jefferson to injury. Bucs' Mayfield dislocates thumb
Myles Price returned a punt 86 yards for a score, Kyler Murray threw a 41-yard TD pass to Jordan Addison and the Minnesota Vikings beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-16
2 DAYS AGO
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Associated Press
Vikings-Bucs Inactives | Rookies Rueben Bain Jr., Josiah Trotter Ruled Out
The Buccaneers' first two picks in this year's draft are sitting out the Vikings game due to injuries sustained last Sunday against the Brow...
3 DAYS AGO
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BUCCANEERS.COM
Won't play against Minnesota
Bain (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Vikings.
Impact
Bain was a DNP in all three practices during Week 3 prep due to a groin injury that he presumably picked up in Week 2 against the Browns. The rookie first-rounder has only one solo tackle through two regular-season games but has played at least 35 defensive snaps in each of those contests, and those reps will be absorbed Al-Quadin Muhammad, Anthony Nelson and David Walker. Bain's next chance to play is Week 4 against the Packers on Sunday, Oct. 4.
4 DAYS AGO
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ROTOWIRE
Buccaneers will miss rookie defensive starters Rueben Bain Jr. and Josiah Trotter against Vikings
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will be missing two rookie starters on defense when they host Minnesota on Sunday
5 DAYS AGO
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Associated Press
Buccaneers dealt brutal blow as Rueben Bain Jr. and Josiah Trotter are ruled out vs. Vikings
Buccaneers dealt brutal blow as Rueben Bain Jr. and Josiah Trotter are ruled out vs. Vikings
5 DAYS AGO
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THEPEWTERPLANK.COM
Bucs Still Missing Rueben Bain Jr. & Josiah Trotter On Latest Injury Report
The Bucs had another injury report come out and there was one upgrade, but not with the players that many Bucs fans wanted.
5 DAYS AGO
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PEWTERREPORT.COM
Kyler Murray returns for the Vikings against the struggling Buccaneers
Kyler Murray has the right opponent to get back on track after a concussion knocked him out of the season opener
6 DAYS AGO
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Associated Press
Rueben Bain Jr.'s struggles are just a symptom of every other Buccaneers problem
Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr. isn't a bust already; he's being failed by the coaching staff and his teammates.
6 DAYS AGO
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THEPEWTERPLANK.COM
Dealing with groin issue
Bain (groin) was a non-participant at the Buccaneers' practice Wednesday.
Impact
Bain recorded no stats while playing 35 defensive snaps in the team's 23-19 loss to Cleveland in Week 2, but he may have picked up a groin injury along the way. The 22-year-old will have two more opportunities to return to practice prior to Sunday's contest versus Minnesota.
6 DAYS AGO
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ROTOWIRE
Rueben Bain is quickly finding out there's no time for growing pains in the NFL
Rueben Bain Jr. received superlatives almost across the board for his work in training camp and the preseason for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers....
SEPTEMBER 23
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CANESWARNING.COM
Buccaneers' latest injury report could explain Rueben Bain Jr.'s slow start
Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie Rueben Bain Jr. has struggled through two games, but an injury could explain his slow start to the season.
SEPTEMBER 23
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THEPEWTERPLANK.COM
Bucs Haven't Lost Faith In Alex Anzalone, Rueben Bain Jr. Just Yet
Bucs head coach Todd Bowles still has faith in ILB Alex Anzalone and OLB Rueben Bain Jr. despite some rough play from both in a 0-2 start.
SEPTEMBER 22
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PEWTERREPORT.COM
Rueben Bain Jr. continues to baffle Buccaneers fans after Week 2 disappearance
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers can't be too impressed with the start of first-round pick Rueben Bain Jr.
SEPTEMBER 21
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THEPEWTERPLANK.COM
The NFL is already doubting Buccaneers rookie Rueben Bain Jr. too soon
Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr. stunk up the joint against the Bengals, but that's no reason to give up on him.
SEPTEMBER 15
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THEPEWTERPLANK.COM
Buccaneers' Rueben Bain Jr hype train just came to a screeching halt
Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans have already fallen in love with Rueben Bain Jr. as a future superstar, but they are going to have to pump the bra...
SEPTEMBER 14
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THEPEWTERPLANK.COM
Bucs Mailbag: Baker Mayfield's Fumbling Problem, Rueben Bain Jr.'s Invisible Debut
Scott Reynolds answers questions from fans about Baker Mayfield's fumbling problem and Rueben Bain Jr.'s invisible debut in Bucs Mailbag.
SEPTEMBER 14
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PEWTERREPORT.COM
Rueben Bain could do what no Buccaneers rookie has ever done before
Rueben Bain Jr. isn't just another first-round edge rusher. The former Miami standout is looking to stake his claim on Tampa Bay Buccaneers'...
SEPTEMBER 13
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THEPEWTERPLANK.COM
Cleared to make NFL debut
Bain (shoulder) does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's regular-season opener against Cincinnati.
Impact
Bain, whom the Buccaneers selected with the 15th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, opened Week 1 prep as a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to an AC joint sprain in his right shoulder. However, he practiced without restrictions Thursday and Friday, which was enough for him to shed the injury designation and make his NFL regular-season debut Sunday. Bain and Yaya Diaby are projected to be the Buccaneers' starting edge rushers, with Al-Quadin Muhammad, Anthony Nelson and David Walker all working in rotation.
SEPTEMBER 11
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ROTOWIRE
Rueben Bain's "Freaky" Bend and Challenge of Facing Dexter Lawrence II | Bucs Blitz
On Thursday, Tristan Wirfs chatted Rueben Bain Jr.’s bend and Offensive Coordinator Zac Robinson spoke on the challenge of facing nose Dexte...
SEPTEMBER 11
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BUCCANEERS.COM
Full practice Thursday
Bain (shoulder) was a full participant at the Buccaneers' practice Thursday.
Impact
Bain was able to increase his participation Thursday after opening the week with a limited practice Wednesday. The 22-year-old suffered an AC joint sprain in his right shoulder in late August, but he now appears to be on track to make his NFL regular-season debut Sunday in Cincinnati.
SEPTEMBER 10
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ROTOWIRE
Practices in limited capacity
Bain (shoulder) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Brianna Dix of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Impact
Bain was diagnosed with an AC joint sprain on Aug. 26. The first-round rookie's absence from the start of the regular season would be a huge blow to the Tampa Bay defense. Bain will likely need to log three consecutive practices, with hopefully an upgrade to full participation, in order to suit up for Sunday's opener against the Bengals.
SEPTEMBER 10
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ROTOWIRE
Why All Eyes Will Be on Rueben Bain Jr. When Buccaneers Take on Bengals in Week 1
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are finally set to face off against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 1 on Sept. 13. There are plenty of things head c...
SEPTEMBER 9
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