An ACC Championship defensive front that featured stars like LA Rams’ Jared Verse, current Seminole
Joshua Farmer, Fabien Lovett, and former ACC Defensive Rookie of the Year Patrick Payton shone and
cut their teeth, culminating in an undefeated campaign, was led by former Florida State star defensive
tackle Braden Fiske, who had an incredible “one-and-done” season with the Seminoles.
LA Rams head coach Sean McVay took note of Fiske’s 43 tackles, nine for a loss, and six sacks in his one
and only season in Tallahassee, Florida. After Fiske turned in one of the best combine performances in
recent memory, the Rams traded up to choose him 39th overall in the second round of the 2024 NFL
Draft, moving up from No. 52.
The Rams hopes that the combination of Verse, Fiske, Kobie Turner, and Bobby Brown will help offset
the loss of the three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year and 10-time Pro Bowler, who is regarded as
one of the best defensive linemen of his generation. will be looking to replace future Hall of Famer Aaron
Donald.
“I must be who I am… To help lessen the impact of Donald’s passing, Fiske told DJ Siddiqi of
Forbes.com, “I have to build my own legacy, and that’s what I’m looking forward to.” “I have to make my
own shoes; I don’t feel like I’m really filling them. It is somewhat like that. I’m thrilled to be involved,
even though I know there will always be comparisons about who will replace him, but someone has to
step up.
Though he announced his retirement in March, Donald was a huge asset to the squad and kept the Rams
defensive line among the best in the nation. Fiske has conversed with
Prior to the 2024 season, the two intend to train together with the franchise legend.
Regarding his talks with Donald, Fiske said, “We’re just going to get some workouts in during the next
couple of weeks before training camp, so that’ll be cool.”
It’s unclear if Fiske will be the next big thing, but the guidance of a generational talent and the elite
coaching he’ll receive from the Rams will increase his chances of breaking through.
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