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Look: Aaron Donald is back at SoFi Stadium for Rams vs. Dolphins

Aaron Donald is in the building for Rams vs. Dolphins, something LA fans love to see

Aaron Donald played a lot of games at SoFi Stadium as a member of the Los Angeles Rams but now that he’s retired, he’s become a spectator in Inglewood. With the Rams facing the Miami Dolphins on Monday Night Football, Donald is in attendance to watch his former team face Tua Tagovailoa and Mike McDaniel’s team.

Donald was on the sideline before kickoff, greeting the likes of Les Snead, Bobby Brown III, Kobie Turner and Eric Yarber. Everyone loves to see Donald back in the building, even if it’s his son and not him wearing that iconic No. 99 jersey.

Andrew Whitworth is at the game, as well, and he shared a hug with Donald before kickoff.

Here are a few more shots of Donald before kickoff.

 

Even Aaron Donald can’t believe Rams’ atrocious start vs. Cardinals

Even Aaron Donald is stunned by the Cardinals taking it to the Rams early in Sunday’s game

Put very simply, the Arizona Cardinals are taking it to the Los Angeles Rams. The team that’s lost 13 of their last 15 games to the Rams have looked untouchable in the first 17 minutes of Week 2, putting up 21 unanswered points to open the game at home.

Kyler Murray dazzled on Arizona’s first 20 plays, leading the team to 10 first downs, 222 total yards and three touchdown passes – the last of which was vintage Kyler Murray.

Even Aaron Donald, who knows all about chasing Murray down and trying to contain him in the pocket, can’t believe how quickly this game got out of hand. A man who rarely tweets, Donald simply said “wow” on social media after Murray’s third score.

Here’s a look at Murray’s spectacular third touchdown of the first half, where he made four defenders miss on a scramble drill before finding Elijah Higgins for the 18-yard score.

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Aaron Donald named to Pitt advisory committee as school looks for new AD

Aaron Donald will assist his alma mater in their search for a new AD

Aaron Donald may not be suiting up on Sundays anymore but he’s staying busy in retirement. In addition to his own ventures, he’s also remained a part of his alma mater, the University of Pittsburgh.

This week, Donald was named to the school’s advisory committee in its search for a new athletic director to replace the recently fired Heather Lyke, according to Jerry DiPaola of Trib Live. Men’s basketball coach Jeff Capel and former Pitt quarterback Pat Bostick are also on the committee, among others.

Donald is an icon in the Pitt community after a decorated career with the Panthers and a Hall of Fame tenure in the NFL with the Rams. As one of the school’s most successful alumni, it only makes sense that he’d help in the search for a new athletic director.

In addition to his home in Los Angeles, Donald also has a residence back home in Pittsburgh where he grew up and spent much of his time during NFL offseasons.

From sacks to naps: Aaron Donald sleeps through first NFL Sunday in retirement

Aaron Donald went from sacking NFL quarterbacks on Sundays to napping through the afternoon slate

Rams legend Aaron Donald has spent virtually every fall weekend of his adult life playing the game of football. The monster on the gridiron wreaked havoc on opposing backfields, enforcing his will against his opponent throughout his career.

Now a man enjoying the luxuries of retirement, Aaron Donald spent this Sunday enforcing a new personal policy: relaxation.

Exposing her husband on Instagram, Erica Donald recorded Aaron taking a nap during the afternoon slate, using her husband’s tiredness as an opportunity to make lighthearted jokes at the unfounded rumors of his desire to return to football.

Safe to say Donald isn’t coming back anytime soon.

Donald’s focus in retirement: some well-earned R and R on the couch in front of a TV.

Look: Kobie Turner rocks Aaron Donald shirt, Byron Young wears Eric Dickerson jersey before SNF

Kobie Turner and Byron Young honored two Rams legends with their pre-game outfits in Detroit

Kobie Turner and Byron Young arrived for Sunday Night Football in Detroit by honoring two Rams legends: Aaron Donald and Eric Dickerson. They had two awesome pre-game outfits at Ford Field before facing the Lions.

Turner wore a T-shirt with Donald’s photo on it, keeping No. 99’s spirit in the building despite Donald retiring in March. Young was wearing a throwback Dickerson jersey, a beloved jersey among fans in Los Angeles.

Turner learned a lot from Donald during their one season together in 2023 and Young is obviously a big fan of Dickerson.

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Sean McVay misses Aaron Donald but is excited about Rams’ new-look DL

Sean McVay took to the podium to discuss his expectations for the defensive line after the retirement of Aaron Donald.

Football can be a cruel reminder of how quickly life moves on after loss. For 10 years, Aaron Donald was the undeterred force that commanded the Rams’ defense. Now less than seven months removed from his retirement, the Rams are set to begin their season without Donald for the first time in the Sean McVay era.

It has been a daunting task to replace not only the player that Donald was but also his production and his influence on the locker room. When asked about life without Donald and what he expects from the defensive line entering 2024, this is what McVay had to say Wednesday.

“I want them to play the way that they’re capable of – the way that they’ve played throughout the offseason, through training camp,” McVay said. “I want them to be able to play within themselves. Go enjoy it. I want them to have a great week of preparation so that they can go play with a quieted mind and cut it loose. I really love this group that we’ve been around. We’ve said it over and over, and you know this too. You’re not ever replacing an Aaron Donald and that’s not what we’re asking of our guys. I want Kobie Turner to be Kobie Turner. I want Bobby Brown to be Bobby Brown. Braden Fiske to be Braden Fiske. That’s really what we’re looking for. All the guys around him, this is about ‘eleven as one.'”

McVay is grateful to not only have coached Donald, but for him to have helped younger defensive linemen on the roster last season and in years past.

“We were so fortunate and blessed to have such a special player in Aaron Donald be around,” he continued. “What I thought was cool is he set a great example for guys that saw him play. I can use him as stories all the time. He was around last week. I just saw him the other day. It’s pretty special that he’s earned the right to be able to be so content, complete, and full to use his words. He’s coaching his son’s football team, loving that. His three-year-old son Aaric had a great birthday at their house the other day. I’m really happy for Aaron. I do miss him but I’m excited about the opportunity for these guys to go do their thing and start to etch their names in this thing.”

The Rams debut their new defensive line against one of the best offenses in the NFL this Sunday against Detroit.

Sean McVay says Braden Fiske is similar to Aaron Donald in one area

Sean McVay took to the podium to comment of Braden Fiske’s demeanor and mindset, comparing it to Rams legend Aaron Donald

The Rams made it no secret that they wanted Braden Fiske when they traded up in the second round to select for the Florida State defensive lineman in the 2024 NFL draft.

Giving up a massive haul in order to select the rookie, it seems to have been a solid investment as all reports about Fiske have been positive so far.

Sean McVay made a bold statement on Monday, reinforcing the belief in the young lineman by comparing his demeanor to Rams legend Aaron Donald.

“Jared (Verse) is always talking and Braden is observant, but he’s taken everything in,” McVay said. “His demeanor reminds me very similarly to Aaron’s [Donald] in terms of how locked in he is on the field, the focus and concentration. I think they’re both uniquely themselves though. I think that’s what’s great about it. We don’t want guys to be anything other than themselves.

Considering similar reports came out about Donald during his rookie year, Fiske continues to give the Rams a lot to be excited about.

How to buy Los Angeles Rams vs. Detroit Lions NFL Week 1 tickets

Tickets are still available for the #Rams Sunday Night opener against the #Lions. Get yours before they’re gone:

The start of the Los Angeles Rams’ regular season is just a few days away.

The Rams and Detroit Lions will finish off NFL’s first Sunday of the 2024 season with an 8:20 p.m. kickoff at Ford Field on Sept. 8.

This prime-time opener features two NFC sides that faced off in last year’s postseason, and yielded the Lions’ first playoff win in three decades.

Only limited tickets remain for this first game in Detroit.

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In terms of the Rams, revenge will be on their mind. While quarterback Matthew Stafford returns to run the offense, can Los Angeles handle the loss of All-Pro defensive lineman Aaron Donald to retirement? The Rams added numerous pieces at the 2024 NFL draft and in free agency to bolster that side of the ball in hopes of doing so.

On the flip side, the Lions are still riding high from their 2023 successes spearheaded by head coach Dan Campbell. In classic Campbell fashion, Detroit has added to the trenches on both sides of the ball this offseason in an effort to keep the momentum going.

Will the Rams or Lions take this Week 1 battle between two teams that want to start off on the right foot? Tickets for this contest start as low as $214.

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How to buy Detroit Lions vs. Los Angeles Rams NFL Week 1 tickets

Tickets are now available for the #Lions Sunday Night home opener against the #Rams. Get yours before they’re gone:

The Detroit Lions’ regular season begins in just a few days.

The Detroit Lions and Los Angeles Rams will finish off NFL’s first Sunday of the 2024 season with an 8:20 p.m. kickoff at Ford Field on Sept. 8.

This prime-time opener features two NFC sides that faced off in last year’s postseason, and yielded the Lions’ first playoff win in three decades.

Unsurprisingly given the big Week 1 matchup, only limited tickets remain for this first game in Detroit.

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In terms of the Rams, revenge will be on their mind. While quarterback Matthew Stafford returns to run the offense, can Los Angeles handle the loss of All-Pro defensive lineman Aaron Donald to retirement? The Rams added numerous pieces at the 2024 NFL draft and in free agency to bolster that side of the ball in hopes of doing so.

On the flip side, the Lions are still riding high from their 2023 successes spearheaded by head coach Dan Campbell. In classic Campbell fashion, Detroit has added to the trenches on both sides of the ball this offseason in an effort to keep the momentum going.

Will the Rams or Lions take this Week 1 battle between two teams that want to start off on the right foot? Tickets for this contest start as low as $214.

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WATCH: Aaron Donald chooses between DeSean Jackson or LeSean McCoy to start a team

Aaron says he would choose LeSean McCoy over DeSean Jackson if he had to pick one player to start a football team with

LeSean McCoy and DeSean Jackson are two of the most dynamic weapons in NFL history, but which player would you start an NFL team with? Aaron Donald was a guest on the 25/10 show and was asked which player he’d start a team with.

Donald took a second to think through his answer and decided on Shady McCoy because of his ability to turn negative plays into explosive ones.

LeSean McCoy is arguably the most excellent running back in Eagles franchise history, and he’ll be honored this coming season during the team’s game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Philadelphia used a second-round pick (53rd overall) in the 2009 NFL Draft on McCoy, and he became the franchise’s all-time leader in rushing yards (6,792 yards). A three-time Pro Bowl back (2011, 2013-14) and two-time All-Pro (2011, 2013) with the Eagles, McCoy recorded the third-most rushing touchdowns in team history (44), and he still holds the franchise record for the most rushing yards in a single season (1,607 yards in 2013).

McCoy set the team’s single-game rushing record with 217 yards during the iconic “Snow Bowl” in 2013, which became the standout running back’s signature performance.

Jackson formally retired as a member of the Eagles last season.

The three-time Pro Bowl wide receiver with Philadelphia was recognized as the Honorary Captain of the Game in front of a sold-out crowd at Lincoln Financial Field last December 3.

A 2008 second-round draft pick out of Cal (49th overall), Jackson spent eight of his 15 seasons in Philadelphia, where he garnered three Pro Bowl nods (2009, 2010, 2013) as a receiver and special teams standout.

In 95 career games with the Eagles, Jackson ranks third all-time in receiving yards (6,512), sixth in receptions (379), and ninth in receiving touchdowns (35).

As a punt returner, he finished second in punt returns (132) and third in punt return yards (1,296) and is the team’s all-time leader in punt return touchdowns (tied with Darren Sproles with four).

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