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Jared Verse Renews Seahawks Grudge, Cites Young Rams Defense for NFC Title Loss

The second-year edge rusher said an early 51-yard strike spooked a unit he described as mentally unprepared.

Overview

  • On The Pivot podcast, the Rams pass rusher said he has a deep dislike for Seattle, declaring, "I hate them."
  • Verse attributed the NFC Championship defeat to a young defensive mindset and said the group "mentally shut down."
  • He pointed to a 51-yard reception by Rashid Shaheed on Seattle’s first drive as the moment panic set in.
  • Accepting personal responsibility, he acknowledged limitations in chasing plays on the backside, saying, "I'm not that fast."
  • Asked about providing bulletin-board material, he dismissed the concern, noting the division rivals will face each other twice next season.