The Los Angeles Rams were dealt a massive blow this offseason when future Hall of Fame defensive tackle Aaron Donald announced his retirement from the NFL. The Rams drafted a top defensive line prospect with the No. 19 pick in the draft to help replace Donald’s presence. Former Florida State defensive end Jared Verse is headed to the West Coast.
Scouting report on Los Angeles Rams Edge Jared Verse
According to Lance Zierlein with the NFL Network, Verse is explosive as a pass rusher:
Talented edge defender with the field demeanor, athleticism and skill set to rack up statistics in key categories fairly early in his NFL career. Verse dominated at Albany and then showed an ability to do the same at Florida State. He’s twitchy and compact, with explosiveness featured at the point of attack and in his upfield burst as a pass rusher.
He’s great with his hands and does a nice job of diagnosing plays quickly and staying out of the clinches of offensive linemen looking to snatch him up. Verse’s ability to threaten the edge only bolsters his hellish speed-to-power bull-rushing ability to run tackles deep into the pocket. He can play up or down and should be in consideration for all defensive schemes looking to add a safe, high-impact edge.
Verse will help a Rams that needs sacks
Kobie Turner had an incredible rookie season in 2022. Playing alongside Donald, Turner recorded nine sacks. While the Rams were unable to land another star defensive tackle like Byron Murphy II, who went to the Seattle Seahawks, the Rams were able to add much-needed help with their exterior pass rush. Verse and Turner playing together will help the Rams provide pressure at multiple points of an opponent’s offensive line.
Highlights of Verse
Here are highlights of Verse in 2023, courtesy of Just Bombs Productions:
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