St Louis Rams defensive tackle depth: The leagues best
The St Louis Rams defense proved their worth during the regular season in 2014, ranking as one of the toughest and most productive defenses in the competition. The St Louis Rams defensive tackle position is key to stopping the run, rushing the QB and remains an essential part of the Rams’ defensive success.
The Rams’ defensive tackle depth chart currently shows;
- Aaron Donald
Dec 28, 2014; Seattle, WA, USA; St. Louis Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald (99) looks on against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Aaron Donald was a first round selection in the 2014 NFL Draft, boasting forty-eight tackles, 9 sacks and 2 forced fumbles in his debut career, respectively being selected for the 2015 NFL Pro Bowl as a rookie.
- Michael Brockers
Nov 9, 2014; Glendale, AZ, USA; St. Louis Rams defensive tackle Michael Brockers (90) against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Cardinals defeated the Rams 31-14. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Michael Brockers was also a first round selection in 2012 NFL Draft, contributing one-hundred and nine tackles, eleven sacks and 2 forced fumbles during his career with the Rams.
- Nick Fairley
Mar 13, 2015; St. Louis, MO, USA; St. Louis Rams head coach Jeff Fisher (left) introduces newly acquired defensive tackle Nick Fairley to the media at Rams Park. Mandatory Credit: Billy Hurst-USA TODAY Sports
Nick Fairley is yet another first round pick from 2011 NFL Draft. During his time in the NFL, Fairley has picked up 98 tackles, thirteen sacks and 4 forced fumbles during his time with the Detroit Lions
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This defensive tackle roster, has the potential to break the line of scrimmage, rush the QB and force the error, which is something that Rams have been developing over the last few seasons. There is no doubt that St Louis holds an A grade defensive tackle unit, good enough to compete for a playoff position, potentially becoming the leagues best defensive tackle unit.