Browns Land Versatile Verse in Rams Trade

Verse, the 2024 defensive rookie of the year, is five years younger than Myles Garrett and comes with a modest rookie deal, making just $2.1 million in 2026 and $2.8 million in 2027. The Rams have paid most of his four-year, $15.1 million rookie contract, meaning the Browns will get him for two years at less than $5 million total. somethingsdifferent.biz

While Verse's Pro Bowl appearances will unlock a higher fifth-year option and the Browns will eventually need to give him a second contract, the team still gains significant value through his proven production and affordable current salary, making this trade more beneficial than acquiring a traditional first-round pick.