Los Angeles Rams linebacker Jared Verse anticipates a hostile reception from Eagles fans during their upcoming game in Philadelphia, especially after declaring his disdain for them. This sentiment was expressed earlier this week in an interview, where Verse openly stated his 'hatred' for Eagles supporters. Having grown up close to the city, he is bracing for the backlash from the notorious fan base.
As the Rams prepare for this NFC divisional round matchup, Verse's comments have ignited a firestorm of reactions on social media. He remarked on the overwhelming nature of the negative responses he received, particularly on platforms like Twitter. Despite the backlash, he has chosen not to retract his statement, indicating a desire to move forward and focus on the game ahead.
Fellow NFL player and Eagles running back Saquon Barkley weighed in on the situation. With experience as a visiting player in Philadelphia, Barkley advised Verse that such comments may not be the wisest choice when playing in front of the passionate Eagles crowd. Barkley emphasized that the fervor of the Eagles fans would only be intensified by Verse's remarks, making for a daunting game atmosphere.
Verse, who has enjoyed a standout rookie season thus far, is also a candidate for the AP Defensive Rookie of the Year award, boasting impressive statistics including 77 pressures and 4.5 sacks. However, he looks to improve from his previous performance against the Eagles, where he did not register a sack in their earlier match this season. The anticipation surrounding this game will no doubt be heightened by Verse's outspoken comments.
