The Los Angeles Rams boast a promising pass-rushing unit, with Jared Verse, Braden Fiske, Byron Young, and Kobie Turner combining for 28.5 sacks in the 2024 season. They have now reinforced their defensive line by adding Poona Ford, a formidable run-stopper. Despite their success, the Rams face pressing needs at insider linebacker and cornerback, making the selection of an edge rusher questionable with their No. 26 pick in the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft.

However, NFL analyst Maurice Jones-Drew suggests that Boston College's Donovan Ezeiruaku might be worth the gamble if available. Ezeiruaku, though smaller for an outside linebacker at 6-foot-2 and 248 pounds, led the ACC with 16.5 sacks and 21 tackles for loss last season. His relentless pursuit of the quarterback could enhance the Rams' already impressive front. Yet, there are concerns about using such a high pick on a player who may only contribute as a rotational player early in his career.