Days before Seattle and Los Angeles put on their gloves for Jan. 25, 2026’s NFC Championship clash, the Rams’ quarterback went on record in saying that Ernest Jones IV had been playing linebacker at an “all-time level.” In high-pressure situations, the All-Pro defender proved his former teammate’s assessment correct, headlined by a quick read of L.A.’s underneath pass, followed by a takedown that left them short of a first down. As is often the case, Jones worked as the heartbeat of the Seahawks’ Super Bowl-bound defense, coordinating the 31-27 victory through a team-high eight tackles (six solo).