Buccaneers rookie pass rusher Rueben Bain Jr. suffered an AC sprain, but it is said to be "nothing serious," and he is e Via @ESPNNFL on X

What happened: Rueben Bain Jr. sustained the injury during Tuesday's joint practice in Jacksonville. Bowles described the issue as a sore shoulder.

Why it matters: Tampa Bay may avoid opening the season without its rookie pass rusher. His absence still cuts into the final stretch of preseason preparation.

By the numbers: Bain was selected No. 15 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft.

What to watch: Watch whether Bain resumes full practice work before the regular-season opener.

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