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Evaluating the Buccaneers’ Options After Logan Mankins

By Alan Schechter

Aug 24, 2015; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers guard Logan Mankins (70) against the Cincinnati Bengals during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 24, 2015; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers guard Logan Mankins (70) against the Cincinnati Bengals during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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October 19, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Arizona Cardinals tackle Bobby Massie (70) blocks Oakland Raiders defensive end C.J. Wilson (98) during the first quarter at O.co Coliseum. The Cardinals defeated the Raiders 24-13. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
October 19, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Arizona Cardinals tackle Bobby Massie (70) blocks Oakland Raiders defensive end C.J. Wilson (98) during the first quarter at O.co Coliseum. The Cardinals defeated the Raiders 24-13. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /

Bobby Massie

Massie is another player selected in the 2012 draft, chosen in the fourth round by the Arizona Cardinals.  Yes, he was suspended for the first two games in the 2015 season for a violation of the league’s substance abuse policy.  But, for the most part, he too, has been durable.  He started every game in 2012, every game in 2014, and all 14 games he was active for in 2015.  He was a member of a line that helped Chris Johnson return to form with over 800 yards prior to his season ending due to injury.

Massie posted a grade of 47.0 overall, according to Pro Football Focus.  He jumps up to an 80.6 in the running game, the second highest of any free agent tackle.  Massie’s cap hit, according to Spotrac, was $1.4 million.  As the 45th ranked guard overall, it should only take a modest raise to give this guy a shot.

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