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The Los Angeles Rams added 12 rookies to their defense, including two undrafted free agents, Nikhai Hill-Green and Nick Anderson, who have potential to impact the team in 2026. Both players bring strong instincts and physicality, making them valuable for special teams and possibly more.
Nikhai Hill-Green played in 56 college games with 26 starts, recording 257 tackles, 24.5 for loss, four sacks, and two interceptions.
Nick Anderson has average athletic testing scores, but his performance meets NFL safety standards, showcasing good instincts and play recognition.
Both players are likely to contribute primarily on special teams, with Anderson potentially pushing for defensive reps at safety.
Despite their strong college performances, both players lacked elite athleticism, which may have led teams to overlook them during the draft.

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Realistically, it likely comes down to special teams prowess. But I do like the game film on both Hill-Green and Anderson and while they are not athletically gifted, each plays faster with instincts, recognition, and anticipation. I would go as far as saying Anderson could push for defensive reps at S#4, not just special teams work. Although not gifted athletically, setting raw numbers side-by-side, you could say he’s the best athlete in the safety unit. He fits as a ball hawk and 100%er, plus he’s a stellar tackler and has multi-position versatility. Behind Kamren Curl, Quentin Lake, and Kamren Kinchens, there’s room for an upgrade. Jaylen McCollough (511 snaps) will be tough to root out, but he’s best suited for underneath packages and former cornerback Josh Wallace hasn’t shown a lot of production. Hill-Green has a narrower path. Although the two players directly ahead of him, Shaun Dolac and Grant Stuard, should be considered as special teams first players, jumping two guys with NFL experience won’t be easy. Dolac had 42 defensive reps as a rookie, while Stuard has averaged 60 over five seasons (most of those in one season). Do the Rams really need a third special teams linebacker that basically does defensive mop up work? The Rams have built a good roster and protect a high percentage of their draft picks. Will any of the undrafted rookies make a big enough splash in camp to earn an opening roster spot? Which is your favorite sleeper?