gave Los Angeles Rams Claimed cornerback. Emmanuel Forbes Jr. exemption from Washington Commandershead coach Sean McVay said Monday.
Forbes, the No. 16 pick in 2023, was cut by the Commanders on Saturday. He started seven games in two seasons but only one in 2024. He was benched both seasons and missed time due to injury.
He was selected by the Commanders previous front office and coaching staff who liked that Forbes was adept at carrying the ball. He intercepted 14 passes in his career at Mississippi State, setting a Division I record with six returned for touchdowns.
McVay said Forbes was a player the Rams liked coming out of college, praising his ball preparation, versatility, “competitive toughness on the edge” and good ball skills.
“He was a guy that we liked and knew just based on the evaluation coming out of Mississippi State,” McVay said. “And then I thought there was some good tape that he put out there when we went against them, especially late last year.”
Forbes is under contract through 2026 with a fifth-year option the Rams can exercise in 2027.
In two seasons, Forbes has two interceptions and 45 tackles in 20 games.
ESPN’s John Kim contributed to this report.