Tampa Bay Buccaneers edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr., signed to a $24 million rookie contract, has been identified as the NFL's worst first-round pick according to a Yahoo Sports analysis published on October 29, 2026. The report, authored by Tony Adame, also references linebacker Josiah Trotter in the context of the team's draft selections. The evaluation highlights concerns about Bain's early performance relative to his draft position and financial investment.
Buccaneers' $24 Million Rookie Rueben Bain Jr. Labeled NFL's Worst First-Round Pick
