How will Terrell Burgess be used?
Burgess was one of the most versatile players in the draft class, exhibiting the ability to play free safety, strong safety, nickel cornerback and even boundary corner. Brandon Staley and the Rams will surely take advantage of his position flexibility, but how exactly will they deploy him?
That’s to be determined, but Sean McVay said after Burgess was drafted that it’d be an “ideal situation” if Burgess were able to cover the slot as well as play safety. that very premise should get Rams fans excited.
Burgess will compete with David Long Jr. at nickel corner, but also back up Taylor Rapp and John Johnston at safety. His presence will allow Rapp to play more of a strong safety role in the box, while Johnston can be stuck on tight ends and play the deep middle, too.
Expect to see Burgess on the field plenty as a rookie thanks to his coverage skills and versatility.