"Emmanuel Forbes Jr. was the apple of Rivera's eye during his final draft in 2023. He thought the undersized cornerback could become the lockdown force Washington desperately needed, taking him over Christian Gonzalez at No. 16 overall. What he failed to recognize was the significant development he needed to flourish. Emmanuel Forbes Jr. is silencing all doubters one year after Commanders cut ties. Forbes got thrown to the wolves. He was physically outmatched, technically deficient in tackling, and sapped of confidence right from the outset."
"The defensive back has come to life this season. Forbes looks assured and capable, making plays consistently. Just one week after locking down Jaxon Smith-Njigba - the hottest wide receiver in the league right now - he was nothing short of sensational on Sunday Night Football as the Rams demolished the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to move into the NFC's No. 1 seed."
"he was nothing short of sensational on Sunday Night Football as the Rams demolished the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to move into the NFC's No. 1 seed. Forbes caught the eye impressively from start to finish, securing no fewer than five pass breakups. This was a sign of how far he's come in a relatively short timeframe. It's also a sign of just how important coaching and scheme are to a player's early transition from college"
Ron Rivera selected Emmanuel Forbes at No. 16 overall in 2023, preferring him over Christian Gonzalez. Forbes entered the NFL undersized, technically deficient in tackling, and lacking confidence, and the Commanders' regime changes and press-heavy coverage limited his role. The Commanders eventually waived him. The Los Angeles Rams signed Forbes and provided a defensive scheme and coaching environment that suited his strengths. Forbes has shown marked improvement, locking down top receivers and producing consistent plays. He delivered a standout performance on Sunday Night Football with five pass breakups, illustrating rapid development and the importance of coaching and scheme fit.
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