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Rams' Defensive Virtuoso Quentin Lake Praised by Coordinator Shula
27 Jul
Summary
- Defensive coordinator Chris Shula calls Quentin Lake the "linchpin" of the Rams' defense
- Lake can seamlessly transition between different positions, including linebacker, slot receiver coverage, and deep safety
- Shula says Lake is "one of the most underrated physical players in the league" and a great communicator
In a recent interview, Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Chris Shula highlighted the importance of defensive back Quentin Lake to the team's defensive unit. Shula revealed that Lake, rather than the Rams' edge rushers or interior linemen, is the "linchpin" of the defense.
Shula praised Lake's ability to seamlessly transition between different positions, including lining up as a linebacker, covering a slot receiver, and playing as a deep safety. This versatility, Shula says, allows the Rams to always get their best players on the field in the right situations. Shula also highlighted Lake's communication skills and football intelligence, noting that he can handle complex assignments without getting "overloaded."
Furthermore, Shula described Lake as "one of the most underrated physical players in the league," praising his tackling ability and impact as a defender. The Rams' defensive coordinator believes Lake's leadership and playmaking ability elevate the performance of his defensive teammates, a quality Shula can appreciate given his own NFL pedigree.
With the Rams returning their starting cornerbacks and adding former first-round pick Emmanuel Forbes, the secondary is shaping up to be a strength of the team in the 2025 season. Shula is clearly counting on Quentin Lake, a sixth-round pick in 2022, to be a key contributor and leader in that defensive backfield.
