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.
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.
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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 Seahawks
- T'Vondre Sweat, Tennessee Titans
- Laiatu Latu, Indianapolis Colts
- Edgerrin Cooper, Green Bay Packers
- Payton Wilson, Pittsburgh Steelers
- Quinyon Mitchell, Philadelphia Eagles
- Dru Phillips, New York Giants
- Renardo Green, San Francisco 49ers
- Evan Williams, Green Bay Packers
- Tykee Smith, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
The Rams will travel to Seattle to take on the Seahawks in Week 9.
