When you’re a rookie defensive lineman on the same team as Aaron Donald, you watch No. 99’s every move. That seems like the plan for Bobby Brown III, who the Rams selected in the fourth round at No. 117 overall.
After being drafted by Los Angeles, Brown shared his appreciation for Donald on a conference call with reporters. He said Donald is one of his favorite players and will take any and all advice he can get from the three-time Defensive Player of the Year.
He shared a funny quote, too, saying it doesn’t even matter if it’s just how to write on a piece of paper. If Donald tells him how to do it, he’ll listen.
New Rams DT Bobby Brown on Aaron Donald: "He's been one of my favorite players for a minute. I'll take any advice he gives me. I don't care what it is. He can tell me how to write on a piece of paper, and I'll take it. … If they tell me I've got to get him water, I'll do that."
— Greg Beacham (@gregbeacham) May 1, 2021
Brown called it an “out-of-body experience” to be drafted by the team that Donald plays for, allowing him the chance to learn from the future Hall of Famer.
Donald is a helpful veteran, too, often taking younger players under his wing, pushing them in the weight room and teaching them techniques on the field when it comes to getting off blocks, rushing the passer and beating linemen.
New Rams DT Bobby Brown says Aaron Donald is "one of my favorite players. I don't even know how to feel. This feels like an out-of-body experience."
— Greg Beacham (@gregbeacham) May 1, 2021