Tampa Bay Buccaneers center Robert Hainsey was injured in training camp practice on Wednesday and was carted off the field, but he was just dealing with cramps in his lower leg. The Buccaneers can breathe a sigh of relief that Hainsey's injury isn't serious. He should be considered day-to-day. The 23-year-old center is a much more important piece on the offensive line this year now that Ryan Jensen (knee) is facing a multi-month absence due to a left knee injury suffered this summer. There's still a chance that Jensen misses all of the 2022 season.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers selected Notre Dame offensive lineman Robert Hainsey with the No. 95 overall pick in the third round of the 2021 NFL draft on Friday night. Hainsey played tackle in college, but he's expected to be moved inside to guard with the Buccaneers. But his versatility won't go unnoticed, and he can play any spot up front for Tampa as they look to defend their Super Bowl crown. Hainsey has extremely strong hands and great short-area quickness. But he'll need to improve his footwork in foot protection if he wants a job helping to protect future Hall of Famer Tom Brady. Initially, Hainsey profiles as offensive line depth in Tampa.
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