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When the Los Angeles Rams made the decision to trade for Myles Garrett, they were forced to send away star defender Jared Verse to complete the deal. Verse, a two-time Pro Bowler, impressed during his first two NFL seasons and is set to break out in his third campaign.
Despite winning Defensive Rookie of the Year, Verse's potential did not align with the Rams' plans of winning this season, as they felt they needed a player with Garrett's skill set and production. The loss was felt as Verse has been the emotional leader of the defense and formed many close relationships with his teammates.
Linebacker and team captain Nate Landman was asked about Verse, reflecting on what he misses about having him as a teammate and how the team has adjusted since the move.
“Yeah, it's going to be different when you lose a big personality like that," Landman said. "Other guys are stepping up and being more vocal. You lose that vocal presence on the D-line. Everybody leads in their own way. It’s a little quieter but there’s the same intent, same focus. And Jared was a Ram. Pure Ram in and out. I love that guy. We miss his energy around here for sure, but other guys are stepping up in that regard and being themselves in the process too.”
There's no question losing Verse hurts, but Landman is also excited about the stars Los Angeles brought in this offseason.
"It’s super exciting to get Trent McDuffie and those guys in the back end," Landman said. "Myles Garrett is a one-of-one player. You don’t lose the human element. I do love Jared Verse. I've got some shared experience with him. He handled that situation like a grown man, like a businessman. He's going to be one hell of a player. But now focusing with the guys on the team, just pure excitement for the potential of this group. We haven't won anything yet. So, I’m excited to get to work. Those guys they’ve brought in are Rams. They like to come in to work. They're smart players, physical players. There are no egos on this team. Just people who love football, want to play football and do what's best for the team.”
In the meantime, Garrett has attempted to pick up the physical slack that Verse once carried, while the rest of the defense develops its own voice, especially after adding championship talent this offseason.
Verse continues to be a vocal leader, now taking the defensive charge for the Cleveland Browns.
This article originally appeared on Rams Wire: Nate Landman balancing excitement about Rams' new stars, loss of Jared Verse
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Despite winning Defensive Rookie of the Year, Verse's potential did not align with the Rams' plans of winning this season, as they felt they needed a player with Garrett's skill set and production. The loss was felt as Verse has been the emotional leader of the defense and formed many close relationships with his teammates.
Linebacker and team captain Nate Landman was asked about Verse, reflecting on what he misses about having him as a teammate and how the team has adjusted since the move.
“Yeah, it's going to be different when you lose a big personality like that," Landman said. "Other guys are stepping up and being more vocal. You lose that vocal presence on the D-line. Everybody leads in their own way. It’s a little quieter but there’s the same intent, same focus. And Jared was a Ram. Pure Ram in and out. I love that guy. We miss his energy around here for sure, but other guys are stepping up in that regard and being themselves in the process too.”
There's no question losing Verse hurts, but Landman is also excited about the stars Los Angeles brought in this offseason.
"It’s super exciting to get Trent McDuffie and those guys in the back end," Landman said. "Myles Garrett is a one-of-one player. You don’t lose the human element. I do love Jared Verse. I've got some shared experience with him. He handled that situation like a grown man, like a businessman. He's going to be one hell of a player. But now focusing with the guys on the team, just pure excitement for the potential of this group. We haven't won anything yet. So, I’m excited to get to work. Those guys they’ve brought in are Rams. They like to come in to work. They're smart players, physical players. There are no egos on this team. Just people who love football, want to play football and do what's best for the team.”
In the meantime, Garrett has attempted to pick up the physical slack that Verse once carried, while the rest of the defense develops its own voice, especially after adding championship talent this offseason.
Verse continues to be a vocal leader, now taking the defensive charge for the Cleveland Browns.
This article originally appeared on Rams Wire: Nate Landman balancing excitement about Rams' new stars, loss of Jared Verse
Continue reading...
