Reuben Bain Jr. AC sprain won't affect Week 1

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Reuben Bain Jr. AC sprain: what Schefter reported

Tampa Bay Buccaneers first-round pick Reuben Bain Jr. suffered an AC sprain, but sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter it is "nothing serious" and he is expected to be ready for Week 1 against the Cincinnati Bengals.

The Buccaneers open their season against Cincinnati on Sept. 13.

Fantasy impact

Bain is a rookie pass rusher, so he is not a fantasy asset in most redraft formats right now. Dynasty managers who rostered him after the draft can exhale. There is no indication this injury changes his availability for the opener or his role on the defensive line going forward.

Monitor his practice status as Week 1 approaches, but right now there is nothing to act on.

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