Pass rusher Michael Hoecht signs RFA tender to return to Rams for 2024

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Pass rusher Michael Hoecht officially signed his restricted free agency tender Thursday, putting him back in a Rams uniform for the 2024 season. Hoecht was tendered by the Rams as a restricted free agent in March, which allowed him to field offers from other teams and would allow Los Angeles the chance to match.

However, Hoecht officially signed his tender today, making his return to the Rams to help reinforce their pass rush. His tender was worth $2.985M, a rewarding payday for the DT-turned-OLB. 

Hoecht had a career year in 2023, hitting career bests in sacks and total tackles while starting every game for the Rams. Last season was Hoecht's first playing outside linebacker full-time after switching from the defensive line late in the 2022 season. 

Hoecht has notched 11 sacks, 124 total tackles, 9 QB hits and two forced fumbles in three seasons with the Rams since joining them as an undrafted free agent signee out of Brown in 2021.

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AJ Schulte previously was an analyst for Pro Football Network in 2019 before rejoining in September of 2023. He currently resides in Texas and has been producing content since 2018. Prior to his time at PFN, AJ gained experience covering the Denver Broncos with SB Nation’s Mile High Report and as part of the editorial staff with The 33rd Team. He spent time gaining formal scouting experience as part of RPM Data in 2023. AJ holds a Master’s degree in Sports Management from the University of Texas at Austin and is also working on gaining his certification in Sports Law.