As the Los Angeles Rams prepare to face the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL playoffs, rookie pass rusher Jared Verse is bringing a personal narrative to the game. The No. 19 overall pick from the latest draft grew up just a couple of hours away from Philadelphia but harbors no affection for the Eagles, famously stating, "I hate Eagles fans." This rivalry is heightened by his disdain for their colors, with Verse admitting that seeing green and white makes him genuinely angry.

In their previous encounter during Week 12, it was a tough outing for the Rams, as they suffered a significant loss to the Eagles. Despite being at home, Los Angeles' defense struggled, allowing 481 total yards and suffering a 37-20 defeat. The Rams, however, have turned their season around since then, with their defensive starters not allowing more than 10 points in four consecutive games.

This divisional round matchup is crucial, as the winner will advance to the NFC Championship game, adding an extra layer of motivation for Verse to overcome the team he has openly criticized and to prove his mettle in his first playoff appearance.