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Sean McVay Inspires Kobie Turner’s Richmond Commencement Speech
TL;DR
Kobie Turner, a defensive end for the Los Angeles Rams, delivered a commencement speech at the University of Richmond on May 10, inspiring the Class of 2026. Turner, a former walk-on, graduated from Richmond in 2021 and was drafted by the Rams in 2023.
Key points
- Kobie Turner delivered a commencement speech at the University of Richmond
- He graduated from Richmond in 2021 before transferring to Wake Forest
- Turner was drafted by the Rams in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft
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Los Angeles Rams defensive end Kobie Turner delivered an inspiring commencement speech to the University of Richmond’s Class of 2026 on May 10. Turner graduated from Richmond in 2021 before transferring to Wake Forest as a graduate student in 2022.
Turner started his career at Richmond as a walk-on then earned a scholarship and was named the CAA Co-Defensive Player of the Year in 2021. Turner studied music and mathematics at Richmond while also singing baritone in the school’s Schola Cantorum choir.
Since then, Turner has played three seasons with the Rams after the franchise drafted him in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft. He is a team captain and crucial part of the Rams’ defensive line.
Dec 7, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Rams defensive end Kobie Turner (91) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
How Sean McVay Inspired Turner’s Speech
Turner said lessons he has learned from Rams head coach Sean McVay inspired part of his commencement speech. He said McVay always delivers powerful messages during team meetings.
“I thought about, obviously, a lot of the messaging that we have here, a lot of what Sean says, like he gives a good message every single team meeting. So I used a lot of what’s really stuck with me from here,” Turner said after the speech, per the Rams’ official team website.
Q&A
What did Kobie Turner say in his commencement speech at Richmond?
Kobie Turner delivered an inspiring message to the Class of 2026, reflecting on his journey from walk-on to NFL player.
When did Kobie Turner graduate from the University of Richmond?
Kobie Turner graduated from the University of Richmond in 2021.
What position does Kobie Turner play for the Los Angeles Rams?
Kobie Turner plays as a defensive end for the Los Angeles Rams.
