Day 3 Recap

The theme of this 2016 draft for the Bucs was versatility, especially on day 3 as they added guys who can play multiple positions. Bucs added guys that will improve the overall team's depth and all of them will have an impact on special teams. Most importantly, they have the potential to be starters whether it's this year or in future seasons which is what you want from your draft classes. Here is a recap of each day 3 pick below.

4th Round 108th- Ryan Smith- S/CB North Carolina Central

Smith is 5'11 190lbs, is super athletic with 4.4 speed which allows him to cover ground quickly to make plays on the ball. Smith has outstanding work ethic and loves the game. He is smart and has good instincts as a player. Bucs will start him out at safety but can play corner as well, and can also return kicks. Smith should have an impact this season, more on him here (Click Here)

5th Round 148th- Caleb Benenoch- OT/OG UCLA

Benenoch is massive at 6'5 311lbs and was a very productive starter as he started 35 games at UCLA with 31 starts at Right Tackle. Bucs see Benenoch as someone who can provide depth across the offensive line and could be a starter for the 2017 season. He was projected as a third round pick, so to get him in the 5th is great value. 

6th Round 183th - Devonte Bond- LB Oklahoma

Bond is 6'1 235lbs, very instinctive player, high football IQ, and will have an impact on special teams. Bond will provide depth at the linebacker position and could be a future starter at the SAM linebacker position. Bond is solid in coverage and excels as a blitzing LB due to his ability to shred blocks with good hand technique.

6th Round 197th- Dan Vitale- FB Northwestern

Vitale is 6'0 239lbs, he is a jack of all trades as he can block, catch, and can run with the ball. Bucs look to use Vitale as a H-back where he will play FB and TE, giving the offense more flexibility. Vitale gives Jameis Winston another weapon in the passing game and can lead block for Doug Martin as well. Good value pick here by the Bucs.