Rams first-round draft pick Jared Verse is selected the NFL's defensive rookie of the year. The Bills' Josh Allen wins MVP ahead of Eagles' Saquon Barkley.

Los Angeles Rams outside linebacker Jared Verse entered pretty strong company as he was named the Associated Press' Defensive Rookie of the Year for the

Los Angeles Rams edge rusher Jared Verse was an overwhelming choice for AP NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year. Verse had 4 1/2 sacks and led all rookies in quarterback hits (18), pressures (77) and hurries (56).