Two former Florida State football players—safety Derwin James and linebacker Jared Verse—have been named National Football League Pro Bowlers for the 2024 season. This is James’ fourth Pro Bowl selection since he arrived in the league in 2018 and Verse’s first selection as it is his rookie year.
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Interestingly enough, James was also selected for the Pro Bowl in his rookie season. Both James and Verse play in Los Angeles for different franchises (Chargers and Rams, respectively) despite coming from FSU.
As for the veteran, James ranks second on the Chargers with 90 tackles (58 solo) this season, adding single-season career highs in sacks (5.5) and tackles for loss while also recording six pass breakups, an interception, and a fumble recovery. Moreover, James is the only defensive back in the NFL this season to have 85 tackles, three sacks, an interception, and five passes defensed, per the team.
Furthermore, Verse has recorded 4.5 sacks and 65 total tackles, both of which are fourth-most on the team. His 11 tackles for loss are second-most. He also has two forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, and 18 QB hits while starting in every regular season game so far.
Interestingly enough, James was also selected for the Pro Bowl in his rookie season. Both James and Verse play in Los Angeles for different franchises (Chargers and Rams, respectively) despite coming from FSU.
As for the veteran, James ranks second on the Chargers with 90 tackles (58 solo) this season, adding single-season career highs in sacks (5.5) and tackles for loss while also recording six pass breakups, an interception, and a fumble recovery. Moreover, James is the only defensive back in the NFL this season to have 85 tackles, three sacks, an interception, and five passes defensed, per the team.
Furthermore, Verse has recorded 4.5 sacks and 65 total tackles, both of which are fourth-most on the team. His 11 tackles for loss are second-most. He also has two forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, and 18 QB hits while starting in every regular season game so far.
