Aaron Donald (Just how good is he and how good will he be?)

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I am a huge Aaron Donald fan and I was thrilled when the Rams drafted him (A Major Steal!) and I will be totally surprised if he doesn't go on to have a great NFL Career! But, can some of you LUCKY Rams Fans that get to attend some of their Training Camp share some thoughts on how he is doing? He may not be one of the biggest NFL DT's but I think before long he will be one of the BEST DT's in the League!

 

[Alan]

Lights out so far. It's against the 3s though.

 

[LosAngelesRams]

I think he is very capable of being top 5 DT if he looks anything like he did in college.

 

[GreeneCounty]

Man he is a beast. Most NT are fat asses. Him and Brockers are built.

 

[Thordaddy]

I'm pretty sure I'm going to meet him next Tuesday when I get an autographed rookie jersey from him,I'm betting he becomes an all pro and his rookie jersey can raise some serious jack for my grandkids school auction a few years from now.

 

[Blue and Gold]

Compare what some opf the shorter DTS did in their rookie years: William Dean Perry, DMarco Farr, John Randle, Geno Atkins . .. would we be disappointed if Donald did what they did? None tore it ip as rookie, but did well in years 2-3-4 etc . . . Maybe history repeats? 3 sacks this year, 8-12 next?

 

[Zaphod]

I never put too much expectation on a rookie.

I also wouldn't have viewed him as a need by any stretch, but it was a no brainer when they picked him. He and Brockers will compliment each other, but I only expect to see him on passing downs this year, although that doesn't mean there won't be highlights

One thing I'll say about the guy is that he sure does know how to use his size to his advantage. People always say, if he was bigger he'd have been drafted higher and that may very well be true, but Donald isn't small.

Seriously, he and Joyner are the two rookies I personally look forward to seeing the most.

 

[theramsruleUK]

Why is AD still with the 3's though? You'd think he'd at least be rolling with the 2's at the moment.. Just wondering

 

[smram]

Why is AD still with the 3's though? You'd think he'd at least be rolling with the 2's at the moment.. Just wondering

They probably want to make sure they make the right choice between the other guys like conrath, carrington and that they can see them against the twos first because of that reason. One of those guys will be out. Obviously Donald is safe. I'll bet you see Donald going against better competition in preseason games though.

 

[BD-TomCat]

Why is AD still with the 3's though? You'd think he'd at least be rolling with the 2's at the moment.. Just wondering

Because Fisher likes his guys to earn their position. He doesn't automatically make guys starters when they are drafted

 

[ChrisW]

Why is AD still with the 3's though? You'd think he'd at least be rolling with the 2's at the moment.. Just wondering

It's a Fisher thing. The rookies have to earn their spot and unseat the incumbent vets.

 

[Faceplant]

I think AD will be more than just a 3rd down guy this year. With his burst, strength and hand skills, he will be an absolute nightmare for opposing teams. Very special player me thinks.

 

[Dick84]

Why is AD still with the 3's though? You'd think he'd at least be rolling with the 2's at the moment.. Just wondering

AD is rolling with the 1s in some packages... 3rd down sets.