Michael Irvin Rips ESPN for 'Classless' NFL Draft Coverage of Reuben Bain
Michael Irvin criticized ESPN for its coverage of Reuben Bain during the NFL Draft, calling it 'classless.' He expressed his disappointment over the network highlighting Bain's arm length instead of his achievements. Bain was selected as the No. 15 pick by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and is expected to be an immediate contributor to their defense.
- ▪Reuben Bain Jr. was the No. 15 pick in the NFL Draft, selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
- ▪Michael Irvin condemned ESPN for focusing on Bain's arm length during the draft coverage.
- ▪Bain had an impressive college career at the University of Miami, recording 121 total tackles and 20.5 sacks.
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By Matthew CoudenContributing WriterShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.Dallas Cowboys legend Michael Irvin is known for his fierce loyalty to his alma mater, the University of Miami, where he played his college football as a wide receiver.That loyalty and fandom were on full display during this past NCAA season, as he was seen on the sidelines rooting for his squad as they advanced all the way through the College Football Playoffs to the National Championship Game in Miami. While the Hurricanes lost to Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza and the Indiana Hoosiers, multiple players from Miami became standouts worthy of NFL teams drafting or signing them.
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