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Re-Grading Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Past 5 Drafts

You've got a better chance of seeing a unicorn on your morning run than finding a recent draft class that's been solid from top to bottom for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Over the past five drafts, Tampa Bay's picks have spent far more time in the training room or on another team than on a Pro Bowl roster, which makes it no surprise the team hasn't sniffed the playoffs during that stretch.

Sure, the Bucs have hit on a few picks here and there, but few players have made a significant impact. Injuries, poor scheme fits and just downright poor play have plagued Tampa Bay's recent rookie hauls, failing to deliver on high expectations and setting the franchise back considerably since the 2002 Super Bowl run.