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Rams pick Alabama DL Tim Keenan III in NFL draft seventh round: Highlights, stats
TL;DR
Tim Keenan III was selected by the Los Angeles Rams with the No. 232 pick in the seventh round of the 2026 NFL draft. He is the ninth Alabama player drafted this year, following quarterback Ty Simpson.
Key points
- Tim Keenan III selected by Los Angeles Rams
- No. 232 overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft
- Ninth Alabama player drafted this year
- Continues streak of Alabama defensive linemen drafted
- Joins quarterback Ty Simpson on Rams
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A key player in the middle of Alabama football's defensive line is heading to the NFL.
Tim Keenan III was selected by the Los Angeles Rams with the No. 232 overall pick in the seventh round of the 2026 NFL draft. Keenan is the ninth Alabama player off the board, joining quarterback Ty Simpson, who went to the Rams as the No. 13 overall pick.
Along with LT Overton, Keenan's selection continues a streak of 12 straight drafts where at least one Alabama defensive lineman was selected, following Tim Smith in 2025, and Chris Braswell and Justin Eboigbe in 2024.
Here's what you need to know about Keenan.
Does Tim Keenan III fit Rams' needs?
Keenan grew into a captain and a leader of the Alabama defense, one who set the tone with his physicality at the point of attack and his reputation as a run-stuffing force in the middle of the defensive line. Keenan is not the biggest prospect. Nor is he the most dominant. But he's a table setter, one that can team up with Simpson and create a strong leadership base.
Tim Keenan III college
Keenan spent all five seasons of collegiate eligibility at Alabama after signing with the as a four-star prospect in the 2021 recruiting class.
Q&A
Who is Tim Keenan III and what are his stats?
Tim Keenan III is a defensive lineman from Alabama, selected by the Rams in the 2026 NFL draft, but specific stats were not detailed in the excerpt.
How many Alabama players were drafted in the 2026 NFL draft?
Nine Alabama players were drafted in the 2026 NFL draft, including Tim Keenan III and quarterback Ty Simpson.
What is the significance of Tim Keenan III's selection for Alabama football?
Keenan's selection marks the continuation of a streak where at least one Alabama defensive lineman has been drafted for 12 consecutive years.