Former Rams DB Finds New Home With Commanders

The Rams selected Burgess in the third round of the 2020 NFL Draft. After some losses in the secondary that offseason, most notably safety Eric Weddle, the Rams were probably hoping Burgess could develop into a reliable replacement. The former Utah Utes defensive back received some high praise in scouting reports at the time, so it wasn't an unreasonable expectation.

"Utah is known for developing defensive talent and Burgess is the latest success story to emerge from the program," NFL.com wrote in a scouting report. "The cornerback-turned-safety plays with uncommon discipline and field vision despite just a single season as full-time starter."

However, Burgess never ended up developing as planned. Throughout his time in L.A., he only accounted for 29 tackles and one pass breakup while not seeing much playing time. His time with the Rams came to an abrupt end as they waived him in November.

The New York Giants claimed Burgess on waivers shortly after, but he saw even less playing time with them. He only appeared in one game for the Giants, and even then only saw five snaps on special teams. New York then waived him on May 16, allowing the Commanders to pick him up on Tuesday. 

After failing to catch on with two teams, Burgess will likely have to fight to make Washington's roster. If he does, then he will see his former team on December 17 as the Commanders travel to face the Rams.

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