The Los Angeles Rams have been high on Ernest Jones since selecting him in the third round in 2021, deploying him in a few different ways over his first two seasons. He impressed as a rookie and then got a chance to learn from Bobby Wagner last season, playing a part-time role as the No. 2 linebacker.
Following Wagner’s release, Jones is the unquestioned starter at inside linebacker. He’ll probably be on the field for just about every snap this year as long as he’s healthy, helping elevate a defense that’s lacking proven talent at all three levels.
It’s why he’s one of the Rams’ most important players for 2023.