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Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Early 2019 three-round NFL mock draft

ByRyan Doyle|
ORLANDO, FL - SEPTEMBER 01: Deionte Thompson #14 of the Alabama Crimson Tide intercepts a pass in the end zone intended for Jaylen Smith #9 of the Louisville Cardinals in the second quarter of the game at Camping World Stadium on September 1, 2018 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)
ORLANDO, FL - SEPTEMBER 01: Deionte Thompson #14 of the Alabama Crimson Tide intercepts a pass in the end zone intended for Jaylen Smith #9 of the Louisville Cardinals in the second quarter of the game at Camping World Stadium on September 1, 2018 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)
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AMES, IA – OCTOBER 13: Defensive end Spencer Benton #58 of the Iowa State Cyclones puts pressure on quarterback Will Grier #7 of the West Virginia Mountaineers in the end zone as offensive lineman Yodny Cajuste #55 of the West Virginia Mountaineers blocks in the second half of play at Jack Trice Stadium on October 13, 2018 in Ames, Iowa. The Iowa State Cyclones won 30-14 over the West Virginia Mountaineers. (Photo by David Purdy/Getty Images)
AMES, IA – OCTOBER 13: Defensive end Spencer Benton #58 of the Iowa State Cyclones puts pressure on quarterback Will Grier #7 of the West Virginia Mountaineers in the end zone as offensive lineman Yodny Cajuste #55 of the West Virginia Mountaineers blocks in the second half of play at Jack Trice Stadium on October 13, 2018 in Ames, Iowa. The Iowa State Cyclones won 30-14 over the West Virginia Mountaineers. (Photo by David Purdy/Getty Images)

With Donovan Smith‘s future in doubt and Demar Dotson entering the twilight of his career, the Bucs need to find an offensive tackle.

If Tampa Bay decides to look for its left tackle of the future, Yodny Cajuste could be their guy. He has protected Will Grier’s blindside this season and is a big reason for West Virginia’s success.

At 6’5, 315, Cajuste is one of the best pass blockers in the nation. His consistency stands out as he rarely allows outside pressure.

Tampa Bay’s offensive entered the season with issues in the run blocking department, but the recent pass blocking issues have made the offensive line one of the most significant needs looking forward.

Taking a linemen early in the Draft won’t win many fans over, but Cajuste could be the shut down left tackle Tampa Bay has searched for.

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