Jared Verse, linebacker for the Los Angeles Rams, has been awarded the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year for the current season. This is a notable achievement, marking the first time a Rams player has received this honor since Aaron Donald in 2014. In addition to his DROY title, Verse also made his first Pro Bowl, capping off a standout season where he recorded 4.5 sacks and 66 tackles, including 11 for loss.

Verse's impressive performance included critical plays in the playoffs, notably returning a fumble 57 yards for a touchdown in the Rams' wild-card win over the Minnesota Vikings. He expressed surprise at his Pro Bowl selection but embraced the honor as a testament to his hard work. Teammate Braden Fiske, a defensive end who also had a strong season, finished third in the DROY voting, highlighting the Rams’ robust defensive unit.