Bain Jr. Early Favorite for Defensive ROTY

FOX Sports' Ben Arthur projects Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie Rueben Bain Jr. as an early favorite for Defensive Rookie of the Year. The No. 15 pick landed in what Arthur describes as a "great situation" with defensive-minded head coach Todd Bowles. chickenroadslot.lat

The standout nose tackle Vita Vea's presence could create advantageous matchups for Bain, who is projected to accumulate 8 sacks, 9 tackles for loss, and 1 forced fumble. If the rookie achieves these numbers, the Buccaneers would be extremely pleased with their selection.