Sean McVay expects Rams' new special teams ace to help at LB, too
Sean McVay believes that Grant Stuard, the Rams' new special teams ace, will also contribute on defense. Stuard, previously with the Detroit Lions, has primarily been a special teams player but has the potential to play linebacker. The Rams are optimistic about his ability to compete for a defensive role during training camp.
- ▪Grant Stuard was signed by the Rams primarily as a special teams contributor.
- ▪Sean McVay indicated that Stuard could also contribute defensively as a linebacker.
- ▪Stuard has played only 299 total defensive snaps in five seasons, primarily focusing on special teams.
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