With the offseason program complete and Rams Training Camp on the horizon, 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 cornerback Jaylen Watson.
How He Got Here: After becoming an unrestricted free agent at the start of the new league year, Watson signed a three-year deal with the Rams on March 11.
What's Next: Getting more comfortable in the Rams' scheme, and maximizing his skillset and traits within it. Watson's size and frame gives Los Angeles a cornerback who will help them match up against bigger, more physical receivers.
Bet You Didn't Know: Watson has forced the fifth-highest percentage of tight-window throws (less than one yard of separation) since his rookie season in 2022 at 30.4%, per Next Gen Stats. He trails only Sauce Gardner, Patrick Surtain II, Joey Porter Jr. and Tyson Campbell in that category.
Quotable: "To be honest, I think that's my strength. I think me and Trent (McDuffie) complement each other so well. His strengths are short-area quickness, the small shifty guys, my strengths are the big receivers. So we should be pretty diverse. We should be able to match up pretty well against a lot of different looks we get." – Watson in his introductory press conference, when asked he can fill the role of a corner who can match up with some of the bigger receivers in the NFL.
