Omar Speights

Omar Speights, an NFL linebacker, was born on March 2, 2001, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Speights honed his skills at Crescent Valley High School in Oregon before playing college football at LSU, a part of the Southeastern Conference. Making his NFL debut in 2024, Speights joined the Los Angeles Rams as a rookie. Standing 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighing 234 pounds, Speights wears jersey number 48. His rookie year with the Rams showcased his defensive capabilities. During the 2025 regular season, he played in all 16 games and started each one, amassing 79 combined tackles, including 42 solo tackles and 37 assists. Additionally, he contributed with three special teams tackles and one pass defended. In the postseason, he played three games, starting each, and accrued 21 combined tackles and two passes defended. Speights' playing style is exemplified by his defensive skills, including effective tackling and the ability to contribute to special teams. His consistent performance during his rookie season and the following year underscores his potential and role within the Rams' defensive lineup. With a salary of $963,000, Omar Speights continues to develop his career as a professional linebacker in the NFL.