Former Everett Crimson Tide, University of Michigan football star Josaiah Stewart chosen by the LA Rams in third round of the NFL Draft

By Joe McConnell

For the second straight year, the Everett High School football program has sent another one of its former star players to the National Football League (NFL).

Last year, it was Mike Sainristil, who was taken in the second round by the Washington Commanders. On the second day of the NFL Draft this year on April 25, Mike’s former high school and college teammate Josaiah Stewart was selected by the Los Angeles Rams in the third round. Together, both players helped lead the University of Michigan Wolverines to the national championship in 2024.

Stewart, the Michigan edge rusher, was the No. 90 overall pick in this year’s Draft. He was a productive pass rusher throughout his college career. At Coastal Carolina in his freshman year, he was credited with 12.5 sacks. He then transferred to Michigan, where he was a solid situational pass rusher.

The scouting reports indicate that Stewart has the speed to get around the edge to take advantage of offensive tackles who are slow on their feet. He uses his quickness to get to the inside or outside with a rip or cross chop technique.