@@ThePreachingOfHisWord unlike most dlinemenn he is 285lbs of PURE MUSCLE. bruh he has defined abs that you can clearly see. Being strong and having core allows him to be strong and fast at the same time, honestly unfair
@@rareitem_...John Randle was the original. They were actually about the same size. He was taking on double and triple teams. And he lined up against legends.
@@jadenmolter-castiglioni8661 Yea but can’t lie that Aaron Donald Will be number 1 by the end of his career he has joe Greene beat in every single category besides Super Bowls
@@janikrauch538 Aaron Donald or Mean Joe? You're the first person I've heard say that Lawrence Taylor isn't the defensive goat. That's not a problem btw, I'm just surprised.
@@DwayneIsKing THE TENNESE TITANS JUST GAVE THOSE FOOLS🤪 A CACULATED IT AINT OVER TO THE FAT LADY SINGS😂 ! SEAHAWKS ARE SOFT🤫, THEY'RE NOT HUNGARY🤫 ! WHO LIKES A LOSING TEAM🤡🐔🃏 THAT SHOWS UP ON A SUNDAY TO PLAY GRAB-ASS !🎱🐑
You can add to this video now. He was INCREDIBLE in the post season and IMO, is the reason the Rams have their 2nd Lombardi. There really is no one like him. Him and Cooper Kupp have shown EVERYONE what HARD WORK and DEDICATION can do!
That's how you know the nfl is rigged. Like a couple years ago Phillip rivers gave his dad a new charger for his phone. Freaking darnold bought his grandpa(yes grandpa!) A jet. Josh Allen paid for his dad's Bill the other day. It's so scripted my gawd
He may just need 1 or 2 more seasons for longevity and consistency purpose but I think it's easy to say he's the most dominant DT ever and will most likely be considered the best DT of all time and might even rival LT as the best defender ever.
@@riqueleajimenez1544 ya his performance especially during that last drive was special! He literally took that game into his hands and ended it. The fact that he is that dominant says a lot. When you'd think everyone on that field was giving they're all he was just the best out there
@@daltiejul also ended the game the previous week to get them to the super bowl. We are def witnessing history with possibly the greatest Defender to ever do it
@@AyoJayArr what propels him if possible past LT? I see him already as the #2 all time defensive player in history!?! Its harder and more impressive for him to put up the crazy stats being that he plays in the interior most of the time. I'm thinking one more dominant run such as this one, especially if he wins another one next year! A repeat based off a defensive players dominance would be something crazy! Maybe breaking the season sack record or some other records! It's gonna be hard LT is still on another level but Donald is creeping up on him!
@@daltiejul I don't really mind it, but maybe the fact that LT has been known to -and admitted- to doing cocaine during games. Which can almost seem like a PED. So if AD gets maybe 3 more straight years on all NFL first team (to make it 10 straight), keeps putting up these sack and tackle for loss numbers and doesn't have a drug controversy he might get close.
It's interesting that they considered his height a disadvantage. Some experts have said that because he's "short" his center of gravity is so low that it makes him even harder to block than a taller guy.
That’s why he is a cheat code. That center of gravity/speed advantage is usually offset by smaller guys being weaker, but he’s stronger than everyone. Plus he is the most technically sound defensive lineman in football. He’s a perfect football player
Literally none of the 4 college teams that offered him a scholarship are FCS teams. They're all FBS teams. Plus, Rutgers and Pitt are in Power 5 conferences.
@@mrnuisance none of them were FCS when he was in college. Akron and Toledo have been in the MAC conference forever which is the same conference that Big Ben came from
I think when Aaron Donald was drafted, Coach Jeff Fisher had a hand in that pick. Fisher is a defensive coach and understands it starts up front in the trenches, and the Rams where in rebuilding stage at that time. Either way what a player. Definitely going to be a HOF legend.
It is crazy to see a DT play interior like a DE. Typically, when teams build their defensive line, the DEs are the attackers while the DTs use their bodies to close the gaps. In 3-4 schemes, the NT has to be a big man to cover 2 offensive linemen AND any backs trying to squeeze through. In Donald's case, if you are fast enough to get to the ball carrier, size really does not matter (although the Rams do have a traditional NT in Joseph-Day). This Rams defense was built around Donald's unique skill set, and it shows. I do think in future, the trend for DTs will be smaller built guys, but make it up in athletic abilities. Not sure if NTs will follow this trend, but biltz-happy coaches should be licking their chops if this trend picks up across the gridiron world.
Dominant last season at college, dominant senior bowl, and dominant combine, and people still doubted him? NFL GMs sure can be astoundingly stupid sometimes. Sometimes might even be generous.
His strength, low center of gravity, balance, and quick feet give him a distinct advantage over bigger offensive linemen; not even mentioning how he uses his hands. Over the years there have been players who are literally impossible to block, and he's one of them.
Especially how Randle had to wear a chain around his waist to make weight at tryouts They're perfect examples of "it's not the size of the dog in the fight.. it's the fight in the dog"
For so many positions, it’s always the guys with unconventional builds or play styles to be bringing a new meta to the gridiron. Rob Gronkowski paved the way for tight ends being a much larger part of the receiving core rather than just being an extra blocker 90% of the time. Calvin Johnson showed what stature and weight can do for being able to stop corners from shutting down passes and making interceptions. And Aaron Donald has shown that a defensive tackle can function as more than just a guy to stop the o-line, and actually put pressure on the QB like a defensive end with lightning speed and a smaller, more compact build. This innovation drives the game, and I wouldn’t be surprised to see a lot of coaches try and use DTs in like Donald.
@@LIONSFAN4227 no not really but I do agree everyone has the right to have their own opinion on who they think they are the best personally It might be a little bias because I've been a Bucs fan and are glad we have success but Tom
70% double team rate, 44% win rate off blocks last season. That’s 30% more than the next guy who people thought deserved DPOY over Donald. How do you come off the edge and expect to win the DPOY when a guy who plays in the middle puts up almost identical stats while being doubled most in the league? You can’t
Fun fact, they showed the wrong Penn Hills high school. The one pictured wasn't open for students until December 2012, he graduated before it began construction. It's way better than the school he went to though.
This guy is worth way more than his weight in gold. What makes him outstanding and peerless is his character, his dedication and relentless nature, and respect for his parents. Proving that being the biggest in size is not all it's cracked up to be.
Im a giants fan. My top 10 defense players of all time: 1. Lawrence Taylor (not biased) 2. Ray Lewis 3. Reggie White 4. Aaron Donald 5. Mean Joe Greene 6. Deacon Jones 7. Ed Reed 8. Deion Sanders 9. Ronnie Lott 10. Dick Butkus
I find it funny that those combine judges are the ones who are saying that Aaron was too short and underweight when both can be overcome with a strong work mentality when they said the same thing about jerry rice.
For some people being told you can't do something makes you want it more makes you show them more don't ever doubt someone cuz that's their biggest motivation
He had a good Father who instilled a great work ethic in his Son. You Don't achieve anything without putting in the work. Your belief in God and always showing Graditute. I wish all of the Donald family. Good Health, prosperity, and Happiness.
Aaron Donald will be the greatest defensive player of all time when he retires and there's not a doubt in my mind when I say that. That is unless injuries tank his career. I felt the same way about JJ Watt.
Bryant Young was a defensive tackle who went to Notre dame. Drafted by the 49ers he was a dominant defensive tackle I don't think he weighed 270 lb. Aaron Donald is worth every penny
Whenever someone says a DT is "the next Aaron Donald" they should be forced (Clockwork Orange style) to watch AD's Pittsburg clips and this one 1000 times.
As a rams fan i remember when my rams had the 13th pick and the bears had the 14th pick. My old high school teacher is a bears fan...man how pissed he was when the rams drafted him......he was like hoping he would fall to the bears
We called this dude AD cause mf was strong af n fast af he ran a 4.3 40 at 6’8 275lbs He finished freshman year off great 22 sacks 196 tackles 56 tackles for loss 17 ints 5 tds He transferred after the season sophomore year after we lost semi final 7-10 He went to another private school in Dallas where he had only 10 sacks 54 tackles he didn’t start much cause that school had 3 defensive players committed to bama But he got injured in a car accident shattered his leg n arm he transferred to St.John Bosco cause his parents moved to Cali for work I think he played im not too sure but we all thought he’d make the league But we did have another dude committed to Colorado when he had offered to A&M Bama Georgia Clemson Ohio state I think he had 18 offers but was All American n helped us win in State by sacking the qb in OT 14-7
Aaron Donald: Utterly wrecks everyone’s shit in college NFL scouts: DURRRR! He WoN’t fIt iN NfL scHEmEs DURRR hE’s sHoRt! Aaron Donald: Wrecks everyone’s shit in the NFL NFL scouts: Surprised Pikachu face.
20.5 sacks with a 70% doubleteam rate. That is an absurd statline lmao.
He is a monster!
I can’t wait for someone to beat Michael’s record.
@@ThePreachingOfHisWord unlike most dlinemenn he is 285lbs of PURE MUSCLE. bruh he has defined abs that you can clearly see. Being strong and having core allows him to be strong and fast at the same time, honestly unfair
@@rareitem_...John Randle was the original. They were actually about the same size. He was taking on double and triple teams. And he lined up against legends.
@@ThePreachingOfHisWord an extremely terrifying one at that!
This guy's only played 8 seasons and he is already in the top 5 DTs of all time in my book. Incredible
Edit: Nvm he is the greatest DT ever
He the greatest what do you mean
@@elijenkins9412 I think he's second to Mean Joe Greene, but I can see where you're coming from
@@jadenmolter-castiglioni8661 Yea but can’t lie that Aaron Donald Will be number 1 by the end of his career he has joe Greene beat in every single category besides Super Bowls
@@elijenkins9412 A superbowl win would make it clear but for me he already is the goat on defense
@@janikrauch538 Aaron Donald or Mean Joe? You're the first person I've heard say that Lawrence Taylor isn't the defensive goat. That's not a problem btw, I'm just surprised.
As a seahawks fan I couldn't hate this guy more
But as an NFL fan, I couldn't respect this guy more
YOURE A CLOWN, WHO THE HELL LIKES THE SEAHAWKS, OH, I FORGOT ITS THE SUMMER OF LOVE !🃏🦨💩🤔🤫🤡
@@professorpauls7362 bro who shit in your cheerios
@@professorpauls7362 because he ain't a bandwagon. What's wrong with loving a team?
@@DwayneIsKing THE TENNESE TITANS JUST GAVE THOSE FOOLS🤪 A CACULATED IT AINT OVER TO THE FAT LADY SINGS😂 ! SEAHAWKS ARE SOFT🤫, THEY'RE NOT HUNGARY🤫 ! WHO LIKES A LOSING TEAM🤡🐔🃏 THAT SHOWS UP ON A SUNDAY TO PLAY GRAB-ASS !🎱🐑
Yes!
You can add to this video now. He was INCREDIBLE in the post season and IMO, is the reason the Rams have their 2nd Lombardi.
There really is no one like him. Him and Cooper Kupp have shown EVERYONE what HARD WORK and DEDICATION can do!
Arguably the best player in the NFL and he's on my team 😄🤗. Can't believe he dropped all the way to 13
He gave his dad a Ram truck and was drafted to the Rams what a coincidence
dude dead ass?
omfg dead ass did xD that's fucking awesome
Born to be a ram lol he better retire a ram
@@rareitem_ he will, it’s LA now, not shitty St. Louis
That's how you know the nfl is rigged. Like a couple years ago Phillip rivers gave his dad a new charger for his phone. Freaking darnold bought his grandpa(yes grandpa!) A jet. Josh Allen paid for his dad's Bill the other day. It's so scripted my gawd
He may just need 1 or 2 more seasons for longevity and consistency purpose but I think it's easy to say he's the most dominant DT ever and will most likely be considered the best DT of all time and might even rival LT as the best defender ever.
Seeing this after he just won the rams the super bowl is magical
@@riqueleajimenez1544 ya his performance especially during that last drive was special! He literally took that game into his hands and ended it. The fact that he is that dominant says a lot. When you'd think everyone on that field was giving they're all he was just the best out there
@@daltiejul also ended the game the previous week to get them to the super bowl. We are def witnessing history with possibly the greatest Defender to ever do it
@@AyoJayArr what propels him if possible past LT? I see him already as the #2 all time defensive player in history!?! Its harder and more impressive for him to put up the crazy stats being that he plays in the interior most of the time. I'm thinking one more dominant run such as this one, especially if he wins another one next year! A repeat based off a defensive players dominance would be something crazy! Maybe breaking the season sack record or some other records! It's gonna be hard LT is still on another level but Donald is creeping up on him!
@@daltiejul I don't really mind it, but maybe the fact that LT has been known to -and admitted- to doing cocaine during games. Which can almost seem like a PED. So if AD gets maybe 3 more straight years on all NFL first team (to make it 10 straight), keeps putting up these sack and tackle for loss numbers and doesn't have a drug controversy he might get close.
It's interesting that they considered his height a disadvantage. Some experts have said that because he's "short" his center of gravity is so low that it makes him even harder to block than a taller guy.
That’s why he is a cheat code. That center of gravity/speed advantage is usually offset by smaller guys being weaker, but he’s stronger than everyone. Plus he is the most technically sound defensive lineman in football. He’s a perfect football player
Literally none of the 4 college teams that offered him a scholarship are FCS teams. They're all FBS teams. Plus, Rutgers and Pitt are in Power 5 conferences.
They were fcs at the time he was in college
@@mrnuisance none of them were FCS when he was in college. Akron and Toledo have been in the MAC conference forever which is the same conference that Big Ben came from
@@antoniocampen I know. All 4 colleges are still FBS
@@mrnuisance L
Thank you! I'm like "none of those are FCS..."
Aaron Donald is an easy first ballot Hall of Famer
This guy has a baby face
They show him sack stafford 😂🤣. Nothing personal kid.
@@dakmycat3688 b
No shit Sherlock
this aged well
I think when Aaron Donald was drafted, Coach Jeff Fisher had a hand in that pick. Fisher is a defensive coach and understands it starts up front in the trenches, and the Rams where in rebuilding stage at that time. Either way what a player. Definitely going to be a HOF legend.
Yes. Fisher picked him. Best thing he ever did for the Rams
@@alexrosales7907 yeah he just made up for the god-awful pick he did picking greg robinson ot at #2 overall on the same draft!
It is crazy to see a DT play interior like a DE. Typically, when teams build their defensive line, the DEs are the attackers while the DTs use their bodies to close the gaps. In 3-4 schemes, the NT has to be a big man to cover 2 offensive linemen AND any backs trying to squeeze through. In Donald's case, if you are fast enough to get to the ball carrier, size really does not matter (although the Rams do have a traditional NT in Joseph-Day). This Rams defense was built around Donald's unique skill set, and it shows.
I do think in future, the trend for DTs will be smaller built guys, but make it up in athletic abilities. Not sure if NTs will follow this trend, but biltz-happy coaches should be licking their chops if this trend picks up across the gridiron world.
size does matter. his smaller stature is better suited for his strategy. : )
The guy's a monster. Huge part of taking my bucs out of the playoffs yesterday =(
Should've won MVP today !!!! Played so great and secured the super bowl win for the Rams
Who's House
@@davidmunoz2357 niners
RAMS HOUSE!
Kupp deserved it also
@@juliangarces6431 whiners suck
Dominant last season at college, dominant senior bowl, and dominant combine, and people still doubted him? NFL GMs sure can be astoundingly stupid sometimes. Sometimes might even be generous.
I'm okay with that, but then again, I'm a Rams fan, LOL.
His strength, low center of gravity, balance, and quick feet give him a distinct advantage over bigger offensive linemen; not even mentioning how he uses his hands. Over the years there have been players who are literally impossible to block, and he's one of them.
And now Aaron will have a well-deserved Superbowl ring. Epic player, definitely destined for the Hall of Fame. And he's still going strong.
Arron Donald is like Dragon Ball Super’s Jiren of the NFL.
Clam and collective demeanor with also the unstoppable unrealistic strength and power!
I remember watching this dude in 2014. MarShawn Lynch was at his PRIME and Donald was still dragging that frown man around like a kid lol
he's definitely a far better player but he reminds me of John Randle
Especially how Randle had to wear a chain around his waist to make weight at tryouts
They're perfect examples of "it's not the size of the dog in the fight.. it's the fight in the dog"
One of the greatest players ever... and he gives God the glory!!!
For so many positions, it’s always the guys with unconventional builds or play styles to be bringing a new meta to the gridiron. Rob Gronkowski paved the way for tight ends being a much larger part of the receiving core rather than just being an extra blocker 90% of the time. Calvin Johnson showed what stature and weight can do for being able to stop corners from shutting down passes and making interceptions. And Aaron Donald has shown that a defensive tackle can function as more than just a guy to stop the o-line, and actually put pressure on the QB like a defensive end with lightning speed and a smaller, more compact build. This innovation drives the game, and I wouldn’t be surprised to see a lot of coaches try and use DTs in like Donald.
We still love you in STL AD! the last of the STL rams
I really hope he doesn’t retire so fun to watch and best defensive player of all time
LT
Arron "Have to double- triple team" Donald. Donald is the 2nd best player in the league.
I'm curious who's first I'm not hostile I'm just wondering
@@Yallknowtrey Mahomes.
@@LIONSFAN4227 oh ok
@@Yallknowtrey ok. You agree then?
@@LIONSFAN4227 no not really but I do agree everyone has the right to have their own opinion on who they think they are the best personally It might be a little bias because I've been a Bucs fan and are glad we have success but Tom
The greatest NFL player of all time and he is a DT who is straight out the BURGH. Just think about that 🤔💪🏾
Would have been awesome to see a matchup of Aaron Donald vs. Earl Campbell in his prime. Both of these men are studs!
Yes day 31 of asking nonstop sports to bring back the deep voice guy
70% double team rate, 44% win rate off blocks last season. That’s 30% more than the next guy who people thought deserved DPOY over Donald. How do you come off the edge and expect to win the DPOY when a guy who plays in the middle puts up almost identical stats while being doubled most in the league? You can’t
Damn
I’m so hype for Quinton Nelson vs Aaron Donald tomorrow.
AWESOME, Thank You for this video!
I will remember 99 forever AD!!!!HORNS UP my favorite player
Fun fact, they showed the wrong Penn Hills high school. The one pictured wasn't open for students until December 2012, he graduated before it began construction.
It's way better than the school he went to though.
Great video Thanks
Thank you Aaron, finally got to see an NFL Championship in LA
Great video and haven’t even fininshed it the video yet great good job
Very consistent
Would love to see Donald do a reality show in which he tries Sumo wrestling and training for a month after he retires from NFL.
In that sense, he most definitely is undersized…
Why can’t the guy enjoy his retirement?
Man I don’t know about you guys but I get pumped just watching this!
And you can add *Super Bowl Champion* to that resume now 🐐
Now he’s a super bowl champion
This guy is worth way more than his weight in gold. What makes him outstanding and peerless is his character, his dedication and relentless nature, and respect for his parents. Proving that being the biggest in size is not all it's cracked up to be.
Gotta love Aaron but the only one who can match him is TJ Watt
What I like about him is because he is muscle strength not fat strength like other 300lb linemen he is just a beast
Im a giants fan.
My top 10 defense players of all time:
1. Lawrence Taylor (not biased)
2. Ray Lewis
3. Reggie White
4. Aaron Donald
5. Mean Joe Greene
6. Deacon Jones
7. Ed Reed
8. Deion Sanders
9. Ronnie Lott
10. Dick Butkus
Surprised JJ watt isn’t one there
Thank you for the years AD!
They were right though. I does struggle against stronger lineman
The problem is no one has been able to find one of those guys
John Randle...took the words right out of my mouth.
I find it funny that those combine judges are the ones who are saying that Aaron was too short and underweight when both can be overcome with a strong work mentality when they said the same thing about jerry rice.
For some people being told you can't do something makes you want it more makes you show them more don't ever doubt someone cuz that's their biggest motivation
So happy he's with the Rams! Horns up!!
Look at Donald man so inspirational 🥲
You guys have to DO one on Joe Burrow this was fantastic
aaron donald sacking stafford got me😭
He had a good Father who instilled a great work ethic in his Son. You Don't achieve anything without putting in the work. Your belief in God and always showing Graditute. I wish all of the Donald family. Good Health, prosperity, and Happiness.
Now he’s a champion
AARON DONALD#99 IS AS GOOD A PLAYER AS ANYBODY IN THE NFL .. REGARDLESS OF POSITION .. AND DEFINITELY ALREADY AN ALL-TIME GREAT ..
Aaron Donald is a beast!!!!!!
I'm A true die heart Saints Fan, but I'm also a fan of Aaron Donald. I like his work ethics this guy is already a hall of farmer in my book.
@5:50 if you can’t beat them join them
Great family vibes!
Aaron Donald will be the greatest defensive player of all time when he retires and there's not a doubt in my mind when I say that. That is unless injuries tank his career. I felt the same way about JJ Watt.
I just love Donald, he is truly a monster player... and I'm a Seahawks fan xD
Jesus Loves everybody Amen
Bryant Young was a defensive tackle who went to Notre dame. Drafted by the 49ers he was a dominant defensive tackle I don't think he weighed 270 lb.
Aaron Donald is worth every penny
Aaron has a super bowl!
And now superbowl champ
look at the man now. he has a superbowl ring. he deserves it to.
Didn’t know all this 👍🏾🔥❤️
18.5 tackles for loss is insane lol 😂
Whenever someone says a DT is "the next Aaron Donald" they should be forced (Clockwork Orange style) to watch AD's Pittsburg clips and this one 1000 times.
And finally a Superbowl Champion
So tired of people forgetting about the greatest and that's Bruce Smith...
Bruce Smith was a beast, but he played DE not DT
Just hearing his name brings fear to opposing QB’s
Day 934 of asking nonstop to bring back the dude with the deep ass voice
As a rams fan i remember when my rams had the 13th pick and the bears had the 14th pick. My old high school teacher is a bears fan...man how pissed he was when the rams drafted him......he was like hoping he would fall to the bears
We called this dude AD cause mf was strong af n fast af he ran a 4.3 40 at 6’8 275lbs
He finished freshman year off great 22 sacks 196 tackles 56 tackles for loss 17 ints 5 tds
He transferred after the season sophomore year after we lost semi final 7-10
He went to another private school in Dallas where he had only 10 sacks 54 tackles he didn’t start much cause that school had 3 defensive players committed to bama
But he got injured in a car accident shattered his leg n arm he transferred to St.John Bosco cause his parents moved to Cali for work I think he played im not too sure but we all thought he’d make the league
But we did have another dude committed to Colorado when he had offered to A&M Bama Georgia Clemson Ohio state I think he had 18 offers but was All American n helped us win in State by sacking the qb in OT 14-7
I hope he don't retired please at least 7 more years Aaron Donald
Now he’s a sb champion🐐
i hope someone can be just as good as him he's an absolute beast
20.5 sacks abs 70% double team.
Holy shit.
Homie is a beast Let's Go Rams!
Who’s here after his sack in the super bowl?
Im just happy AD has won a lombardi trophy last sunday
They named their home gym. Respect.
Is it me or has anyone never heard him be called the cheatcode
Yea me too even tho I'm a rams fan and a Aaron Donald fan never heard anyone call him the cheat code
Tyreek hill is the cheat code
@@juliangarces6431 how are you guys 4-4 with a cheat code? 🤣
@@Muffstuffer417 because they don’t cheetah him ahahaha
The meanest nigga in football I love him plays football the oldschool way
When beast mode is real
This goes to show you that the large majority of "experts" "scouts" and "evaluators" really don't know what they are talking about.
He is now a super bowl champion
After he finally got himself a ring, this video is even better
If AD could hit the QB like those other guys he would have monster numbers
Now a SB Champion
Aaron Donald: Utterly wrecks everyone’s shit in college
NFL scouts: DURRRR! He WoN’t fIt iN NfL scHEmEs DURRR hE’s sHoRt!
Aaron Donald: Wrecks everyone’s shit in the NFL
NFL scouts: Surprised Pikachu face.
Penn Hills alumni in the superbowl awesome
The greatest defensive player of all time
Born to dominate at the highest level 💯 straight force!
I have a video request!! BEST FAST BREAK/ TRANSITION PLAYERS IN NBA HISTORY
Bro we in football but my opinion on that is Kobe
To me, he is as important to me as Jack Youngblood. True Rams Royalty.
Now a Super Bowl champion