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USA Today
27-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Ty Hamilton fired up to join young Rams' defense
Ty Hamilton fired up to join young Rams' defense After a draft-day trade to select him, Hamilton is focused on proving himself and growing alongside LA's youthful defensive front. When the Los Angeles Rams selected defensive lineman Ty Hamilton in the 2025 NFL Draft, they didn't just add a player. They brought in a driven, hard-nosed competitor ready to make his mark. The former Ohio State standout spoke with reporters about his draft-day experience, his fit with the Rams' young defensive front, and the influence of DaVon Hamilton his NFL veteran brother. Hamilton's excitement was sky high when recalling the phone call he received from Rams General Manager Les Snead and Head Coach Sean McVay. 'It was great,' Hamilton said. 'They said they love my tape and they're excited to have me on the team. I'm just excited to be a Ram.' The Rams' belief in Hamilton was clear, not only did they select him, but they also traded a future fourth-round pick to secure him. That vote of confidence wasn't lost on him. "It's very exciting,' he said. 'For a team to be able to take a chance on you at all, it's not guaranteed that anybody gets drafted here. For the Rams to be able to take the opportunity and draft me, I was just super excited and super blessed to be able to have the opportunity to be a Ram." The former Ohio State standout is eager to step into a young Rams defensive line, make an immediate impact, learn from experienced teammates, and embrace everything Los Angeles has to offer on and off the field. "I think it's very exciting," Hamilton added. "Being able to step in there, be a rookie and be able to come in and make an impact is something that I dreamt of doing. Being able to go in there, learn from the older guys, see them and really pick their brains to see what's good about them. I have not watched a lot of tape but being able to have a young line, I just see a lot of potential. They have a lot of young guys with a lot of potential to be able to go in there and really set the tone. For teams that don't really know too much about the Rams with being able to go out there, really set the tone and really hit them in the head.' With valuable insight from his brother, Jaguars defensive tackle DaVon Hamilton, Ty enters the NFL prepared for both the physical battles and mental challenges, ready to bring intensity and consistency to the Rams' defensive unit. 'It's a lot more mental than physical,' Hamilton said. 'Everybody is good in the league, but it's how you take those mental reps. Being able to understand that and enjoy the process every step of the way is something he's taught me.' Hamilton, who trained in California before the draft, is ready to embrace the city of Los Angeles. Having previously played in the Rose Bowl, most recently back in January during the Buckeyes' national champion run when they knocked off Tennessee 42-17 in the CFP first round, the move to LA feels natural. 'Playing in California there's nothing like it,' Hamilton said. 'That field, that stadium with the sun out it's amazing. Being able to be in LA now, that experience gives me a little extra. I'm just excited to get out there and explore a little bit.' Known for his physical play and relentless effort, Hamilton aims to establish himself as a dominant run stopper and versatile defender while bringing a tough, team-first mentality to a rising Rams defense. 'I bring a lot of physicality. I'm a dominant run stopper, a guy that can also play on third down and rush the passer a little bit,' he explained. 'You're going to get a hard-nosed guy that's ready to work, a great locker room guy with no issues off the field.' His approach? Keep his head down and earn it. 'To be able to do that, to be exceptional, I'm just going to put my head down and work.' Follow Rams Wire on X and Facebook for more coverage!
Yahoo
26-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Ohio State lineman drafted in fifth round
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WKBN) – Ohio State defensive tackle Ty Hamilton was selected by the Los Angeles Rams with the 148th pick in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft. The 299 lb. lineman posted six tackles for loss, 3.5 sacks, and one forced fumble last season. He also racked up 51 total tackles in 2024. Over his five seasons for the Buckeyes, Hamilton tallied 116 tackles, 14 tackles for loss, and eight sacks. The defensive tackles started all 16 games last season for the national champions and was an Honorable Mention All-Big Ten selection. Find all former Buckeyes selected in the 2025 NFL Draft below: Round One / Pick 19 – Emeka Egbuka, WR / Tampa BayRound One / Pick 24 – Donovan Jackson, OG / MinnesotaRound One / Pick 28 – Tyleik Williams, DT / DetroitRound One / Pick 32 – Josh Simmons, OT / Kansas CityRound Two / Pick 36 – Quinshon Judkins, RB / ClevelandRound Two / Pick 38 – TreVeyon Henderson, RB / New EnglandRound Two / Pick 45 – JT Tuimoloau, DE / IndianapolisRound Four / Pick 115 – Cody Simon, LB / ArizonaRound Four / Pick 122 – Lathan Ransom, S / CarolinaRound Five / Pick 148 – Ty Hamilton, DT / Los Angeles Rams Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
USA Today
26-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
2025 NFL Draft: Rams projected DT depth chart following Ty Hamilton selection
2025 NFL Draft: Rams projected DT depth chart following Ty Hamilton selection The Los Angeles Rams went for more depth on the defensive line with the selection of Ohio State's Ty Hamilton. The big defensive tackle adds experience and productivity to the shallow unit, but shouldn't be a threat to start early in his career. The Rams added to the defensive line with the acquisition of Poona Ford in free agency to replace Bobby Brown. It was a savvy move that most pundits like, and it meant that any draft pick would immediately slide behind him on the depth chart. But considering how few quality defensive tackles are in this unit, it stands to reason Hamilton should play a role early in his career with the Rams as a rotational player. Here's the projected Rams' defensive tackle room heading into training camp following the selection or Ty Hamilton. 1. Kobie Turner Turner is a stud interior defensive lineman for the Rams, and his role on the team is as stable as any of the players in the front four. 2. Poona Ford The Rams added Ford in free agency after an aggressive pursuit. He brings veteran experience and run-stopping prowess to the Rams' young defense. 3. Larrell Murchison Murchison's role is in jeopardy with the Hamilton selection, but the veteran should retain his position for now despite missing the entire 2024 season with an injury. Murchison played in 252 defensive snaps in 2023 and finished with 16 combined tackles in 15 games and three starts. 4. Ty Hamilton Hamilton should begin at the bottom of the depth chart to open his career. While he's experienced and relatively productive, he'll need to prove to the coaching staff he can play at an NFL-caliber level. He should push Murchison for snaps on the line. 5. Tyler Davis Davis was the Rams' sixth-round pick in 2024. He played in 299 defensive snaps this past season and recorded 29 combined tackles and half a sack. Hamilton should be able to jump ahead of him on the depth chart. 6. Jack Heflin Heflin was a practice squad player in 2024 who signed a reserve/futures contract this offseason. Hamilton should leapfrog him in training camp.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Bengals hosting Ohio State defender Ty Hamilton for pre-draft visit
The Cincinnati Bengals are busily preparing themselves for the upcoming draft as they are hosting potential late-round target defensive tackle Ty Hamilton out of Ohio State, per Hamilton's Instagram. Hamilton is ESPN's 17th-ranked defensive tackle in this year's draft class and is listed as their No. 130 overall prospect. The 6-foot-3, 300-pound defensive tackle isn't as much of a pass rusher as he is a run-stopping boulder. He's quick off the ball and does a great job getting to his space and staying put, opening things up for the guys behind him. Advertisement The Bengals are also hosting first-round defensive tackle prospect Walter Nolen this week as well. While Nolen would certainly cost the Bengals their first-round pick, a guy like Hamilton would go quite a bit later, possibly on Day 3. If the Bengals like what they have in Kris Jenkins, McKinnley Jackson, and T.J. Slaton, or if the defensive tackles available at 17 aren't to their liking, they could look to a guy like Hamilton later in the draft. Hamilton finished the 2024 National Championship season with 51 tackles, including six for a loss, 3.5 sacks and a forced fumble. Ty Hamilton on IG / Ty Hamilton on IG More from
