In the cutthroat world of Bay Area sports rivalries, things just got spicy – and we’re here for it.

Rams defensive lineman Jared Verse just proved that friendship takes a backseat when game day arrives. During a recent interview about the NFC West showdown, Verse spilled the tea on how even his closest college teammates become instant enemies when they’re on opposite sides of the field.

When Friendship Meets Football

Verse, who shares a collegiate history with 49ers players Renardo Green and Tatum Bethune, didn’t hold back. When his Florida State bros wished him a happy birthday, his response was brutally honest: “Thank you. Get the f–k off my phone, you my opp this week. I’m not messing with you this week”.

Rivalry Runs Deep

This isn’t just trash talk – it’s a window into the intense psychological warfare of professional sports. Verse’s raw honesty highlights how personal connections dissolve the moment competition begins. The NFC West rivalry between the Rams and 49ers has always been a powder keg of tension, and Verse just lit the fuse.

Game Day Expectations

With the upcoming clash at Levi’s Stadium, fans can expect nothing short of an epic showdown. Verse and his former teammates will battle it out, proving that in football, there are no friends – only opponents.