The Los Angeles Rams' Week 7 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars was a team effort highlighted by individual performances, including Braden Fiske's impressive pressure count despite no sacks, and strong offensive contributions from Davante Adams and Matthew Stafford, with notable improvements in defensive and offensive play metrics.
Braden Fiske, Rams defensive end, is cleared to play against the Eagles despite an oblique injury, after being listed as questionable. Fiske had a strong rookie season and has started both games this season. The Rams are 3.5-point underdogs in today's game.
The Los Angeles Rams' 2024 rookie class is making a significant impact, with Jared Verse and Braden Fiske earning spots on The Athletic's midseason all-rookie team. Verse, a standout edge rusher, is a favorite for Defensive Rookie of the Year, while Fiske leads rookie defensive linemen in pressures. Both players, former Florida State teammates, are expected to be key defensive pillars for the Rams. The team's recent draft classes, including other promising players, have the potential to be transformative for the franchise.
The New York Giants' 7-round mock draft includes selecting impact players like WR Malik Nabers from LSU and DI Braden Fiske from Florida State to strengthen their team. The draft also focuses on bolstering the coverage unit with cornerbacks Khyree Jackson and Nehemiah Pritchett.
Mel Kiper Jr.'s latest two-round mock draft has the Cleveland Browns selecting DT Braden Fiske, citing the team's need for depth along the defensive line. However, concerns arise due to Fiske's age and the Browns' current depth at the position, leading to questions about the value of adding an older prospect to an already competitive position group. Other potential draft options for the Browns include offensive linemen, a running back, and a defensive end.
The 2024 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis showcased impressive performances from prospects across various positions, with standout displays from tight end Theo Johnson, safety Tyler Owens, cornerback Nate Wiggins, edge rusher Dallas Turner, and defensive lineman Braden Fiske. Johnson's exceptional athleticism earned him the second-highest Relative Athletic Score for tight ends in combine history, while Owens delivered a remarkable broad jump and vertical jump before sustaining a groin injury. Wiggins set a blazing fast 40-yard dash time but suffered a hip flexor issue, while Turner and Fiske excelled in their respective drills, potentially boosting their draft stock.
Florida State's Braden Fiske ran the fastest 40-yard dash among defensive tackles at the NFL Scouting Combine with a time of 4.78 seconds, followed by LSU's Mekhi Wingo and Texas' Bryon Murphy II. Fiske also excelled in the vertical jump and broad jump, becoming the first player since 2004 to top the defensive tackles in the 40, vertical jump, and broad jump. Iowa's Logan Lee led the three-cone drill, while Fiske and Lee tied for the fastest time in the shuttle run.
The Senior Bowl 2024 showcased prospects who boosted their draft stock, with Spencer Rattler named MVP after impressing with consistency, Braden Fiske making history as the first player to be traded at the event, and Jarvis Brownlee Jr. standing out with a notable interception, potentially elevating their draft positions to Day 2 selections.