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October 4, 2014
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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Report: Aaron Donald to Continue Rams Holdout, Will Be '19 Restricted Free Agent
Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald reportedly "has no plans to rejoin the team" in the near future as he continues his contract holdout...
Tavon Austin starts fresh with Cowboys after trade from Rams
Tavon Austin starts fresh with Cowboys after trade following five disappointing seasons with Rams as eighth overall pick in 2013
Ndamukong Suh on Sam Bradford: 'I'll Definitely Try to Hit Him as Hard as I Can'
Being the No. 2 overall pick in the 2010 NFL draft apparently hasn't sat well with Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh. Appearing on Thursday's Around The NFL Podcast (via NFL...
Rams punter Johnny Hekker is not pleased that he looks like Mose Schrute in Madden 19
Honestly, it's hard to blame him
Johnny Hekker: I Look Like Mose Schrute from 'The Office' in Madden NFL 19
Los Angeles Rams punter Johnny Hekker isn't impressed with the way his character looks in the Madden NFL 19 video game...
Tavon Austin lining up everywhere but the backfield
When the Cowboys acquired Tavon Austin in a trade with the Rams, the immediate discussion was about the receiver being used as a "web-back." Apparently, those stories were mostly works of fiction.
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Rams COO Demoff: 'We don't agree' on DT Donald's value
With defensive tackle Aaron Donald more than a week into his second consecutive training camp holdout, Los Angeles Rams COO Kevin Demoff updated contract talks between the two sides. "I don't think they're unrealistic," Demoff said of Donald's representatives. The reigning Defensive
Rams, Aaron Donald's reps don't agree on DT's value
With Aaron Donald seeking to become the highest paid defensive player in NFL history, sides haven't been able to breach the gap in contract negotiations. Rams COO Kevin Demoff said Donald's reps differ on his value.
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Pairing of Ndamukong Suh and Aaron Donald have Rams thinking 'Ndominance' - 'They're not ready for those two guys'
Suh isn't buying the idea that he's in decline. "By no means do I think I've fallen off. ... If you look at the tape, I've been consistent. Consistently beating people, being successful."
Rams' Ndamukong Suh vouches for Aaron Donald: 'He deserves more than what I got'
Suh, who once signed the richest defensive contract in NFL history, wants to see Donald get paid
Rams' Suh: Aaron Donald "deserves more than what I got"
IRVINE, Calif. (AP) - Four months after signing with the Rams and two days into training camp, Ndamukong Suh is still waiting for his first chance to practice alongside Aaron Donald. Suh knows all about the perils of contract negotiations, and he hopes Donald can get a deal soon to unite them on Los Angeles' potentially fearsome defensive line. "Ultimately, I wish him all the best," Suh said Fr...
Rams Training Camp Kicks Off In Irvine; Aaron Donald A No-Show
Aaron Donald, the NFL defensive player of the year, was a no-show at the first day of Rams training camp Friday. He has been working on a long-term extension with the Rams since last year.
2018 LA Rams Roster Preview: P Johnny Hekker on the verge of the unspeakable
For other players around the league, it's an easier (and more conventional) conversation topic. But after six seasons as the best punter in the NFL for his era, is it time to start talking about a potential Hall of Fame career for Johnny Hekker?
NFL notebook: Donald reportedly willing to risk FA status in holdout
Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald was not with the team when training camp opened Wednesday, as was the case last season. Last season, Donald didn't join the Rams until the day before the season opener in September. Because of that holdout, Donald would not attain an accrued season
Adam Schefter: 'Belief' Is Aaron Donald Holds out Until He Receives New Contract
Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald reportedly may be willing to hold out until he lands a new contract...
Donald, Rams don't view Aug. 7 deadline to report
Aaron Donald did not report to training camp along with his teammates Wednesday. NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported that the Aug. 7 deadline is irrelevant and Donald could hold out longer.
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2018 NFL Training Camp: Aaron Donald reportedly 'will not play another down' on current deal
Donald is still angling for a contract extension that the Rams have thus far been unwilling to give him
Rams S Joyner to begin camp on non-football injury list
IRVINE, Calif. (AP) Los Angeles Rams safety Lamarcus Joyner will begin training camp on the non-football injury list.
Rams place Lamarcus Joyner on non-football injury list
The Los Angeles Rams placed Lamarcus Joyner on the non-football injury list with an undisclosed ailment. The safety can begin practicing once he's medically cleared.
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Source: Rams' Donald again to be camp holdout
DT Aaron Donald, the reigning NFL Defensive Player of the Year, was not present as Rams players reported to training camp Wednesday, a source told ESPN.
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Aaron Donald Not at Rams Training Camp Amid Contract Extension Talks
Los Angeles Rams star Aaron Donald didn't report to the team's training camp on Wednesday, a Rams official confirmed to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport . Donald is entering the final year of his rookie deal with Los Angeles and will make $6...
Aaron Donald absent from start of Rams training camp
Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald is absent from the start of training camp for the second consecutive season as he seeks a new contract. Donald held out for the entirety of last year's camp.
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Is it time for Rams to just pay Aaron Donald?
The Defensive Player of the Year is expected to sit out training camp again. Our experts weigh in whether the Rams should open their wallet for Donald.
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Barnwell: All the potential fallout from the Rams' spending spree
L.A. locked up Todd Gurley and Brandin Cooks, and Aaron Donald is likely next. Le'Veon Bell? He's rejoicing. Julio Jones? Fuming. Now what?
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REPORT: Aaron Donald's agent "insulted" by LA Rams contract extension offer
In quite an interesting development, the Rams and Aaron Donald's camp still have some work cut out for each other
Rams Working on Aaron Donald Contract After Todd Gurley Deal, GM Les Snead Says
The Los Angeles Rams have already signed running back Todd Gurley and wide receiver Brandin Cooks to lucrative long-term extensions this summer, and general manager Les Snead said ...
Jared Goff not worried about national anthem or Aaron Donald distractions
Jared Goff isn't worried about Aaron Donald or the national anthem distracting the Los Angeles Rams.
Jared Goff: Aaron Donald situation, high expectations can't be distractions
Quarterback Jared Goff reported to Rams camp on Monday in order to prepare for his third NFL season and there's one big difference this time around. After winning the NFC West with the league's highest-scoring team and adding several big-name players to the roster this offseason, the Rams are facing
Examining why the Rams haven't paid Aaron Donald yet, and whether or not it makes sense
The Rams are spending money like crazy but not giving any of it to the league's best defender
Johnny Hekker, Cliff Avril bury hatchet over blindside hit
In a December game in Seattle against the Seahawks late in the 2015 season, then St. Louis Rams punter Johnny Hekker decided it would be a good idea to hit Seattle defensive end Cliff Avril from the backside after punting the ball downfield. Hekker came to immediately regret his decision as he cowered
Rams pass rush ranked 4th in the NFL by PFF for 2018
When examining the Los Angeles Rams defense, there's a laundry list of recognizable names. Aaron Donald, Ndamukong Suh, Marcus Peters, Aqib Talib, Michael Brockers, just to name a few. Seemingly ev...
Report: Lamarcus Joyner, Rams Fail to Agree to New Contract Before Deadline
The Los Angeles Rams were unable to agree to a long-term deal with safety Lamarcus Joyner before Monday's 4 p.m. ET deadline, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN...
Report: Lamarcus Joyner Not Expected to Sign New Rams Contract Before Deadline
Having so far failed to agree to a long-term deal with the Los Angeles Rams by Monday's deadline, safety Lamarcus Joyner looks likely to play the upcoming season on a one-year deal, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Sunday...
Source: No deal in sight between Rams, Joyner
No long-term deal is expected between the Rams and franchised safety Lamarcus Joyner by Monday's deadline, though the two sides continue talking, a league source tells ESPN's Adam Schefter.
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Rodger Saffold plays 'poor man's Stan Kroenke' to rising esports powerhouse
When he's not protecting Jared Goff, the Rams tackle has another job as owner of Rise Nation -- one of the top esports teams in the country.
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