Rams defensive superstar named mid-season All-Rookie team selection
The Los Angeles Rams began their season losing four of their first five games. However, they have rebounded and won their last two games and are within a half game of the NFC West lead.Â
The Rams’ defense hasn’t been a bright spot thus far, ranking 25th in EPA per play and 24th in success rate. Despite their poor performance as a unit, one player has stood out amongst the rest. Rookie Jared Verse is having a tremendous rookie season, totaling 17 tackles, 2.5 sacks, and a forced fumble. Of Verse’s 17 tackles, seven have been for loss, and he also has 12 hits on the quarterback.Â
Because of his play, Verse has earned a spot on the PFF All-Rookie team. The other members of the defense are as follows:
Byron Murphy, Seattle SeahawksT’Vondre Sweat, Tennessee TitansLaiatu Latu, Indianapolis ColtsEdgerrin Cooper, Green Bay PackersPayton Wilson, Pittsburgh SteelersQuinyon Mitchell, Philadelphia EaglesDru Phillips, New York GiantsRenardo Green, San Francisco 49ersEvan Williams, Green Bay PackersTykee Smith, Tampa Bay BuccaneersThe Rams will travel to Seattle to take on the Seahawks in Week 9.
