Former Miami Dolphins and New Orleans Saints left tackle Terron Armstead announced his retirement this offseason. The 12-year veteran cited his injuries as what finally convinced him to make the decision.
Since his retirement, the offensive lineman has made numerous radio and podcast appearances, being open and honest about his playing career and giving his opinions on the league.
On an appearance on Sirius XM NFL Radio, Armstead was asked which players he won't miss playing against. Armstead had a quick and deliberate answer.
5-time Pro Bowl tackle Terron Armstead says Jared Verse is one of the top reasons for retiring.
"That young boy Jared Verse? I'm cool. I'm good. I never gotta see that man again."
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"That young boy Jared Verse? I'm cool. I'm good, I never have to see that man again," Armstead said. "I'm OK with never seeing that young man again in my life. Bull rush different - Dawg, it's different.
"You know that it's coming, you brace yourself. He's different. Jared Verse is different. He will be a defensive player of the year one of these days. Mark my words."
Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Terron Armstead (72) during the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field.
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The Rams drafted Verse in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, and he went on to win Defensive Rookie of the Year. Verse's rookie campaign included 66 tackles, 11 TFLs, 18 quarterback hits, and two forced fumbles.
The Rams' rookie faced the Dolphins in Week 10 and collected a sack, two TFLs, and a forced fumble.
In addition to Verse, Armstead named some of the top edge rushers in the NFL, like Myles Garrett, Maxx Crosby, and Trey Hendrickson, as other guys he's happy he won't be lining up against anymore.
Not only is that elite company for Verse, but the words used to describe the young edge rusher by the 12-year NFL veteran tackle can't be taken lightly. Verse already won Defensive Rookie of the Year, and there could be many more accolades to follow.
But, for Armstead's sake, he won't have to worry about blocking the young talent anymore.
