With the offseason program complete and Rams Training Camp starting up on July 22, it's time to look ahead. As part of the preparation for training camp, theRams.com will be spotlighting a handful of players new to the Rams' roster. Continuing the series is running back Jarquez Hunter.
How He Got Here: Hunter was selected with the 117th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft out of Auburn. The Rams traded up 10 spots to get him.
What's Next: Hunter brings an explosive element to the Rams' running back room. He had more rushes of 10-plus yards last season at Auburn (42) on 186 carries than the Rams did (37) on 450 attempts. Hunter will be a nice complement to Kyren Williams and Blake Corum, who both boast more power than speed. As Hunter adjusts to the Rams' offense and speed of the NFL, the self-described "country boy" from Mississippi will also be adapting to life in Los Angeles, a big change from his southern roots.
Bet You Didn't Know: Hunter can box squat 675 pounds.
Quotable: "I grew up in the country. I'm a country boy, I'm from Mississippi. I mean, that's all it is is trees around here. I heard (there's) a country part in L.A. I've never seen it, but I've heard of it, you know? I'm an outside person. That's why I picked natural resource management (as my major), because I like to be outside. I feel like that's where I get my peace from, just being outside with animals and horses." - Hunter on April 26 after being drafted
