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Rams Pick Florida State DE Jared Verse as 19th Overall in 2024 NFL Draft

Apr 26, 2024, 02:24 AM

The Los Angeles Rams selected Florida State defensive end Jared Verse with the 19th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. This marks the Rams' first first-round selection since 2016, when they chose Jared Goff as the No. 1 overall pick. Verse, known for his impressive performance at Florida State, had a standout season with 9.0 sacks, 50 pressures, and a 17% pressure percentage, ranking him among the top performers in the ACC and FBS. Notably, he had the second-highest pressure rate of any FBS player when lined up on the edge at 29.4%, with a minimum of 100 pass rush snaps. His selection addresses a significant need for the Rams, particularly after the departure of key defensive players. Additionally, Verse's contract as the 19th pick is projected to be a 4-year, fully guaranteed $15.1 million deal, including a $7.8 million signing bonus.