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October 4, 2014
Khalil Mack sets a new bar for defensive players
Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald was the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history. For a day. Defensive end Khalil Mack has eclipsed Donald on most of the major factors, with the new contract that was negotiated on Saturday between Mack and the Chicago Bears. Here's the full breakdown. 1. Signing
Report: Aaron Donald Contract Had 'Huge Impact' on Raiders Trading Khalil Mack
The Oakland Raiders ' reported decision to trade All-Pro defensive end Khalil Mack to the Chicago Bears on Saturday was reportedly impacted by the extension defensive tackle Aaron Donald signed with the Los Angeles Rams on Friday...
NFL notebook: Rams, Donald agree to record-setting deal
Defensive tackle Aaron Donald and the Los Angeles Rams have finally reached agreement on a long-term extension, and the All-Pro was on the field for workouts Friday afternoon. Donald, 27, reportedly will receive a $40 million signing bonus and $87 million in guaranteed money. The deal makes Donald
Report: "Robust" trade market for Khalil Mack
The Aaron Donald deal indeed seems to be pushing the Khalil Mack situation to a head. But not in the way many thought. Many thought that Mack and the Raiders were simply waiting for Donald and the Rams to work out a new contract, with Mack and the Raiders using that deal as the template [more]
Aaron Donald confident Rams 'can be special' in 2018
Aaron Donald says he understands the championship-level hype surrounding the Los Angeles Rams after the team's bevy of big-money signings and moves over the last six months.
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Steve Wyche on Aaron Donald: Rams wanted to give him enough time to prep for Raiders
NFL Network's Steve Wyche gives us an update on the Los Angeles Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald's contract extension and how he will prepare to be ready for Week 1 of NFL action.
'The Rams will be a disappointment because there's too many happy people' says Whitlock
Aaron Donald signed the most lucrative deal for a defensive player in NFL history Friday
Bucky Brooks: The Rams were able to make the Aaron Donald deal happen because of Jared Goff's contract (VIDEO)
Bucky Brooks joins Colin Cowherd on the show to talk Aaron Donald, Jared Goff and the Los Angeles Rams.
Aaron Donald ends holdout with record deal from LA Rams
LOS ANGELES (AP) — All-Pro defensive tackle Aaron Donald agreed to a massive new contract with the Los Angeles Rams on Friday, ending his second consecutive preseason holdout as the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history.
Aaron Donald got paid, now Rams' Super Bowl window tightens
The star DT is the latest to get a big deal from the Rams. But with Jared Goff's contract looming, the window for a title is small and expensive.
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Rams agree on six-year deal for defensive tackle Arnold
Aaron Donald, a Pro Bowl defensive end selection in each of his first four NFL seasons, has agreed to terms on a six-year contract extension with the Los Angeles Rams, the team announced Friday. The 27-year-old defensive lineman was the 13th player selected in the 2014 NFL Draft as well as the NFL'
Rams, Donald agree to record 6-year deal
The Rams announce they have agreed to a six-year deal with defensive tackle Aaron Donald. A source told ESPN's Adam Schefter the deal is worth $135 million, including $87 million guaranteed.
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Aaron Donald, Rams Reportedly Finalizing Record 6-Year, $135M Contract
Defensive tackle Aaron Donald has been one of the best players in the NFL during the first four years of his career, and the Los Angeles Rams rewarded him with a new deal Friday...
All-Pro defensive tackle Aaron Donald agrees to massive new contract with the Los Angeles Rams
All-Pro defensive tackle Aaron Donald agrees to massive new contract with the Los Angeles Rams
Rams, Aaron Donald finalize six-year extension reportedly worth $135 million
Donald is now the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history
Done deal! Rams, star DT Aaron Donald agree on six-year extension
The 2017 AP Defensive Player of the Year is locked into Los Angeles through the 2024 season.
Rams, Aaron Donald finally agree to contract extension for All-Pro defensive lineman
The Rams have come to an agreement with one of the best players in the NFL.
Aaron Donald, Rams agree on 6-year, $135M extension
The Los Angeles Rams won't have to worry about Aaron Donald's contract holdout stretching into the regular season. Donald has agreed to a six-year, $135 million deal with the team.
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Rams coach McVay optimistic over Donald return
Defensive tackle Aaron Donald could soon sign a new deal with the Los Angeles Rams, according to head coach Sean McVay.
Rams' McVay: Optimism building in Donald talks
Rams coach Sean McVay on Tuesday expressed a newfound optimism that with the season opener looming the dispute with star defensive tackle Aaron Donald could be nearing an end.
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Sean McVay Says Dialogue with Aaron Donald over Contract Has 'Increased'
Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay told reporters there is " a level of increased optimism" in the team's contract talks with Aaron Donald . "The dialogue has increased. The level of urgency is high on both sides...
Sean McVay: Dialogue with Aaron Donald has increased
Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay was in a jokey mood Tuesday -- so that must mean he's feeling better these days about Aaron Donald's contract situation.
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Sean McVay hopes to see Aaron Donald by end of week
Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay is staying optimistic that he'll see contract holdout Aaron Donald report to the team by the end of the week.
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Rams' Sean McVay: Holdout Aaron Donald short on time to prep for opener
Aaron Donald is running out of time to report to the Los Angeles Rams with enough time to prepare properly for the regular-season opener.
Rams' McVay: Holdout Donald short on time to prep for opener
Holdout defensive lineman Aaron Donald is running out of time to report to the Los Angeles Rams with enough time to prepare properly for the regular-season opener. Coach Sean McVay said Sunday night that there is no progress to report on the Rams' contract talks with Donald, who skipped training
Report: Aaron Donald, Rams 'Remain on Verge' of Contract Worth $22M Per Season
Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald is reportedly "on the verge" of becoming the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history at around $22 million per season...
Raiders not slamming door on possibility of Khalil Mack trade
At a time when the Rams and Aaron Donald are on the verge of a record-setting deal, the Raiders and Khalil Mack could be on the verge of a possible divorce. Per a source with knowledge of the situation, the Raiders haven't slammed the door on the possibility of trading the 2016 defensive player of [more
Rams, Aaron Donald remain on verge of record-setting deal
It was close a couple of weeks ago, and it's still close. But, obviously, it's not done until it's done. The Rams and defensive tackle Aaron Donald, the reigning NFL defensive player of the year, remain on the verge of a deal that will make him the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history, per a
Simms in 60: Rams, Raiders Must Learn from Patriots in Donald, Mack Negotiations
Aaron Donald and Khalil Mack are still holding out of training camp as they attempt to negotiate new long-term contracts...
Rams lock in another starter with a contract extension as Aaron Donald's holdout continues
Right tackle Rob Havenstein scored a four-year extension on Monday
Cowboys hoping this is the year Tavon Austin becomes a complete receiver
During his five seasons with the Rams, Tavon Austin was mostly a disappointment: Although he made the occasional big play as a runner, receiver or returner, he never really put it all together to be a complete player. Can that change in Dallas? It can according to Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, who
Rams rookies praise Michael Brockers' leadership: He's 'a guy you look up to'
Michael Brockers has already made quite the impression on the Rams' rookies.
What does Aaron Donald's contract mean for Khalil Mack?
Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald could finally have a contract finalized by the end of the week. So does that mean Khalil Mack's contract? Kh...
How the LA Rams' salary cap would look after a deal for DL Aaron Donald
The Rams are rumored to be close to locking up DPOY Aaron Donald with a long-term megadeal. Here's how it would look afterward in terms of the other major players on expiring deals.
Raiders, Khalil Mack aren't waiting for Aaron Donald deal
A theory has been making the rounds regarding the lack of a contract between the Raiders and defensive end Khalil Mack. It goes like this: The Raiders and Mack are waiting for the Rams and Aaron Donald to get a deal done first. That theory would be somewhat plausible if the Raiders and Mack were [more
Report: 'Chatter Is Increasing' Aaron Donald, Rams to Agree to New Contract Soon
The Los Angeles Rams and Aaron Donald appear to be close to a contract extension for the superstar defensive tackle...
Sean McVay says Rams have had 'increased dialogue' with Aaron Donald as holdout continues
The Rams are still missing their best player as the regular season approaches
Rams' Sean McVay on Aaron Donald Contract Holdout: 'There's Increased Dialogue'
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay offered an update Saturday regarding contract talks between the organization and superstar defensive tackle Aaron Donald, who is embroiled in a holdout for a second consecutive offseason...
McVay: Rams 'increased dialogue' with Aaron Donald
Rams head coach Sean McVay told reporters Saturday that there's been 'increased dialogue' with Aaron Donald. McVay said the Rams feel 'positive' about the direction of the contract talks.
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McVay: Rams have 'urgency' about negotiations with Donald
Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay says the team has increased its "level of urgency" in negotiations with defensive end Aaron Donald
Fantasy Football 2018: Ranking Marquise Goodwin, Top Breakout Sleeper Candidates
The best fantasy football sleeper of all time may have been St. Louis Rams quarterback Kurt Warner, who was the team's second-string quarterback in the 1999 preseason before starter Trent Green suffered a season-ending knee injury...
Raiders, Khalil Mack still not talking
Like Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald, Raiders defensive end Khalil Mack is holding out for a new deal while operating under the fifth-year option of a first-round contract. Unlike Donald, Mack isn't talking to his team. If Donald and the Rams are in the same zip code, area code, and ball park, Mack
Rams GM: Talks with Donald in same 'zip code'
Holdout defensive tackle Aaron Donald and the Los Angeles Rams are in the "same zip code, area code, ballpark" on contract negotiations, general manager Les Snead said Wednesday.
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Rams GM Les Snead on Aaron Donald Contract Talks: 'We're in the Same Zip Code'
Los Angeles Rams general manager Les Snead suggested on Wednesday that he and defensive tackle Aaron Donald may not be far apart in contract talks. According to Vincent Bonsignore of The Athletic, Snead said: " We're in the same zip code...
2018 NFL Training Camps: Aaron Donald and Rams playing fascinating game of chicken
As L.A. keeps waiting on its star, here's the latest on this saga's second chapter and other Rams/Ravens camp observations
McVay not expecting Aaron Donald to report soon
Tuesday marks the deadline for Aaron Donald to report to camp to accrue a season toward free agency. However, Rams head coach Sean McVay doesn't view the deadline being an end to the DE's holdout.
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Patriots should trade for Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald
It's a crazy idea. But here's a realistic proposal.
Giants QB Eli Manning is 'pretty damn good!' Plus, how Eagles players REALLY feel about Giants | Connor Barwin Q & A
What makes NFC East 'the best division in the NFL,' as Giants linebacker Connor Barwin says? Impressions of Giants head coach Pat Shurmur, Giants quarterback Eli Manning, Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz, Rams quarterback Jared Goff, Rams head coach Sean McVay, Eagles head coach Doug Pederson and former Eagles head coach Chip Kelly.
McVay: Donald's holdout unlikely to end soon
Rams coach Sean McVay said "things remain the same" with reigning NFL Defensive Player of the Year Aaron Donald's status and that he doesn't think "anything is going to change with that in the near future."
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