Aaron Donald was the most dominant and decorated defensive player of the 2013 college football season...was an unblockable force from his defensive tackle position despite facing an array of schemes designed to slow him down...called a "one-man wrecking crew" by multiple opposing head coaches...he earned unanimous first-team All-America status...Donald was selected the winner of the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, Chuck Bednarik Award, Outland Trophy and Rotary Lombardi Award, making him one of the most decorated players in Pitt history...also named the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Defensive Player of the Year by the league's coaches and media...selected to play in the prestigious Senior Bowl all-star game...finished as the NCAA statistical champion in tackles for loss, averaging an FBS-best 2.2 per game...Donald is only the sixth Pitt player since 1976 to finish as the national leader in a stat category...he also ranked 13th nationally in sacks (0.85 avg.) and 13th in forced fumbles (tied, 0.31 avg.)...on the season, Donald totaled 59 tackles, 28.5 TFLs, 11 sacks, 16 QB hurries, four forced fumbles and a blocked extra point in 13 games...
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Aaron Donald is better then Jadeveon Clowney, the Rams got a steal in this pick
I'm excited to see him play! I could always find him quickly if I just focus my eyes behind the line of scrimmage. He gets there fast.
Melissa Hamilton you got that right!
That aged well
Man this aged like a fine wine, knowing that he already has one ring 💍.
Damn…
Looking at his film. This man will be a stud at the next level, regardless of height. Yeah he might be 6'0 feet, but he will still dominate so as long as he plays in a 4-3 system. His strength, use of hands, vision, speed(quick first step), and how he sheds blocks. Sets him up to be a monster of a run stuffer/pass rusher at the NFL level. He's pretty much a linebacker playing at the line of scrimmage. Especially going after the quarterback. That's his bread, and butter. Big DTs like Vince Wilfork, Dontari Poe, and Haloti Ngata. Are only required in 3-4 system. To fill the gap, and push the pile. Hence the emphasis on the size, and strength. However Donald can have similar disruption playing a Geno Atkins type of role in a 4-3. It really all depends on who drafts him, and how he's utilize.
Good takes. I feel he would be a perfect fit for a 3-4 team as a defensive end though, as well. I feel he is scheme diverse, talent and determination are a tough combination to beat.
Elbert Robles good call
You’re a prophet! He’s the man. Great career.
He gives me hope being the shorter lineman I am.
If you have over 10 mins worth of highlights you are most definitely gonna be a beast in Nfl!!
As a Ram fan I hope they get this kid early. Wow!
9 years later I bet you loved that pick
I don’t think he’ll be good
Good call
Sad he’s retiring now
My money is on Aaron Donald for Defensive rookie of the year. And I'm a 49er fan.
U called it
Living in Pittsburgh and watching him all the time, the guy is the best player in nation. Double teamed every play and still destroys game plans.
best pure football player in the draft without doubt. Has the athleticism, speed, power, leverage, and pass rush moves. He's got it all. If he were two inches taller and 25 pounds heavier he would be #1 overall without question.
Wow, I could argue that this guy should go #1 overall..
This guy can consistently get off of double teams and is excellent against the run
the rams got a total steal with this kid not even fair.
Hard to believe his NFL highlight tape is even better 🐐
As a GIants fan I'm hoping for an OL but this would be the one guy I'd pass on OL for.Awesome player.
You'd be OK with passing on perhaps an elite OT for a perhaps elite DT. Hmmm we shall see. Oh yea Da Bears
nfl network has big blue going offense first round in the draft. Anyway it goes Bears are going to priorityize on defense in this draft so the Monsters of the Midway are back.
That first step.... deadly, the swim move that follows is just as good and he truly is a student of the game, it's like he knows where the ball is all the time. What a motor! I truly hope he gets the recognition he is due. He reminds me of a healthy Tommie Harris.
i love this guy....idc what his combine or pro day numbers will be.....watch the film now he fits a 4-3 scheme better imo but i think he more than good enought 2 play in the 3-4
THANK YOU FOR SHOWING ACTUAL PLAYS AND NOT SOME MOVIE OF HIM JUST TACKLING AND SCREAMING!
I can't wait for this guy to be in Kaepernick and Wilson's face all season. Welcome to the St. Louis Rams big fella.
glad we dont play the Rams in the regular season lol
his stock keeps going up and up,nice to see a local kid doing well,rumor has it the Bears will take him
I really hope so. He seems to work hard and have a lot of talent, his center of gravity is low so he immediately has control off the push and his speed and size makes him disruptive. He also isn't as dynamic as Jadeveon Clowney. I think Clowney is a show boat after doing what he did at the combine treating it like nothing. The Bears do not need that kind of player, we need a strong, humble, hard working player.
if he makes it to 14
Nickel rush package for Chi could be: Young. Donald. Houston. Allen. Wowzers!
I love the way he plays with finesse and power. Never seen a player gauge how much power he needs to exert on each play like this kid can. Don't think he'll be around when the Cowboys pick though. Dammit!
Wow, the Bears need a monster like this ! If the Bears don't take Nix or another DT with their 1st pick I could easily see them taking Donald with their 2nd if he is still there, what an impressive football player !
Dallas better draft Aaron Donald, he would fit in on the defensive line, this would be a huge steal if Dallas got this player
This is great. Why won't ESPN cover him on a legit segment. Wow
I’ve been watching football for nearly 40 years. Donald is the best interior D lineman I’ve ever seen. Warren Sapp was also awesome, but Donald is on a whole nother level.
tremendous player. would love the giants to draft him @ 12.
The giants said they are looking into him maybe being their pick
How is this guy not being talked about? I saw him in a mock draft fall to my patriots. NO WAY. He should defiantly be a top 10 pick
bears at 14 perfect fit for their cover 2 sceme help with the d libe problem, hope they get donald in 1st and trent murphy as a DE 2nd
If this guy makes it to the Patriots, they should draft him. They need another disruptive presence to hold the run with Big Vince, as well as a sack guy. I wouldn't be surprised to see him get picked up in by a team before the 20th pick though. Even though he doesn't have the size to match up with most DT's he is still an athletic beast, and whoever drafts him will get a hold of a dominant player. Hope he can keep it up for the NFL
What a monster! His strength ,speed, athleticism and agility with such awesome balance is amazing. I don't care how small he is.
Here come all of the NFL Draft fans! The rest of the world will finally see the nations best defensive player, someone us Pitt fans were blessed to watch all season long. H2P!!
I love watching Donald's Tape. You don't even have to watch the video to know the guy is good - The fact that is highlight video from 2013 alone is over 11 minutes long should speak for itself
This guy should be a Dallas cowboy. We need D line help and he's a difference maker.. I can't believe he's only 6'0 285. Hell of a football player
A month ago I thought Donald would easily drop to the Bears. Now I am thinking it is becoming more and more unlikely that he does. Hopefully the Giants grab an OL and the rest of the teams fall asleep as this future HOF falls to the Monsters of the Midway.
This guy is clearly unstoppable, undeniable skill set and ability, huge repertoire of moves (though seemingly all instinctive), perfect demeanor (very casual about his dominance), a legitimate mismatch to what looks like everybody, alpha-male presence on the field, stops the run, pass AND option, you can't run away or at him, virtually every other tackle is in the backfield, demoralizing player, hard to run against-hard to pass against, looks like the best football player on the field, super athletic, gets off the ball instantly, instant reactions, perfect instincts, perfect for a 4-3.....Dallas Cowboys...please get this Man.
Hes a 4-3 DT. Would love to see him at DE in pittsburghs 3-4. But with all of todays Sub Packages he could be effective in any scheme or stunts involving guards
RAMSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
hes so good , if some suprise happend and the panthers picked a dt once again i wouldent mind donald hes a beast
I want to see him wearing BIG BLUE!
WELCOME TO THE RAMS!!!!!!!!
MONSTER OF DA MIDWAY!!!!
Can he switch to 3-4, i'm not exactly sure how size concerns play in, cause him and Cameron Heyward would make a dominant D-Line. Why would pit pick anyone else (he's in state too!)
Reminds me of a young D Ware with how fast he gets off the ball
Wow gonna be a beast in the nfl
nice to see someone so succesful coming out of my hometown pennhills
I remember watching this the first time and it I was jaw dropped with what I saw, now I just laugh because it's so funny how dominant he is and how long it took for him to get noticed by these so called "Draft Experts".
Man I wish Dallas could grab this dude but I really doubt he get's past the Bears so hopefully they address that 3 tech spot in free agency or something so he can fell right to Dallas. I like Jeringan as well though, not as fast which is something Dallas covets in DL. An Bears fans know if they re-sign Melton they'd still want Donald or would they go somewhere else? BTW: I think Dallas would be interested in Melton because of Marinelli and he grew up in the Dallas area. It's interesting.
welcome to the Cowboys. Reminds me of former great Randy White. This guy is the type that wants to take your head off on every snap.
dafuq, dude just tackled the qb and rb on that option play.. bears gotta get a vicious guy like this in the mid rounds
He'll be a Giant
This man should of went #1 overall.
With the 17th pick, and still America's Team!!! "DALLAS COWBOYS" select Aaron Donald from Pitt!!!
1:22 double tackle
Donald & Melton would be a deadly one-two combo if the bears pick donald at 14.
Rodgers and Stafford would be on Stretchers
This guy will be a top ten draft pick after the combine.
why isn't this guy the #1 rated guy in the draft. this dude is a stud and will be awesome on sundays. go bears.
freak of nature
An offensive linemans worst nightmare! A dt that comes off the ball as soon as the ball is snapped! This guy is nasty smh
Please please get this guy Atlanta!! Instant upgrade to our D-line!!
Welcome to the Rams Family!
How did he fall to 13th? I just don't get it...
JKBogen15 You know it's funny to say I wonder as well. Their loss thour who ever had a chance to get him.
yes exactly if he was 2 inches taller and maybe 20 pounds heavier hes top 3 overall but everyone is too big on the whole size thing... Have they not seen Russ Wilson play?
The more i see him play, the more i think John Randle. Don't care how tall it is. If he's at Chicago, he'll do damage. They can't double team him every time or Allen will get to the QB. They can't double team Allen all the time, and Donald, Houston or Ratliff will get to the QB or ball carrier. Think i'm in love. Lol. This kid is amazing.
Let's go GB !!
I'll be stunned if he makes it through the first round.
HE should just stay in the Burgh, with the steelers
I just found my new inspiration in football
1:02 NUFF SAID!!!!
Not bad at all,I think he will still be on the board around 16 for Dallas to pick him up, although I think Dallas covets Jernigan more.
Best fit for Donald. just watch out for Rams Defense. idk about Bradford tho.? NFC West Getting Better and Better. Can't wait for football to start. #Rams #Raiders #Giants
I love all these people claiming their team is going to take him, when they have 15 and up picks. This guy isn't lasting past 10 picks and if he does he might go to 11. If your favorite team isn't one of those. Forget about it.
After seeing his combine I wouldn't mind if Da bears took him at 14
We are in the best spot to land Donald, and if for some odd reason Barr or Lewan are on the board at #14 in this 2014 darft Da Bears would lose me as a fan if they pasted them up. There are at least 6 or 7 defensive guys coming out this draft that can go all pro as a rookie.
I tackle the quaterback and the runningback At the same damn time I get money i get picked at the same damn time. Welcome to the Rams dude. You are the piece to make the best DL in the leauge. Sack nation whats up!
Quinn, Brockers, Donald, Long. Fearsome Foursome 2.0. My Lord.
Man i hope the Cowboys get this kid he's a beast
Dallas take this guy at 16, he is an absolute monster.
Put this dude next to McCoy the sign Jared Allen and its a wrap
falcons sign greg hardy and draft aaron Donald.
Top ten pick for sure.
Aaron Donald has been selected #13 overall by the St. Louis Rams.
Chicago will get Donald or safeties Clinton Dix or Pryor. This is good stuff.
He runs as fast as johnny manziel
LB's are faster then Johnny Football.
Ken Reid yeah not defensive tackles
We need this guy on the Giants
dallas cowboys need him
I haven't seen so many highlights from one game he killed Georgia Tech
Explosive off the snap. This guy gets in the backfield in a hurry and after the senior bowl probably ends up getting drafted 15-20th overall.
Pair him up with Geno Atkins...best D line in all of football would get even beastlier.
Wow amazing...
if he where bigger he would be top 5 pick
I was sent here by a page suggesting that this guy would be drafted by the Seahawks. And I think that anyone who believes this guy will be available at 32 is insane. Still... what an amazing D-Lineman. I'd be over the moon if he wound up a Seahawk.
Going straight to dallas
Straight Beast Wish the Raiders picked em up but best of luck to ya
Would be nice to see him in Cincinnati next to Geno.
Exactly what I was thinking. Coming from a Texans' fan btw.
And with the 12th pick of the 2014 NFL Draft, the NY Giants Select Defensive Tackle Aaron DOnald.
Man this guy is a beast ... I dont want to see him in our division ....
He will be over looked by teams because of his height and weight but you can't judge his heart and resiliency and with the 17th pick, the Dallas Cowboys select Aaron Donald!!!
No way he makes it that Far...Atlanta is infatuated with him. They could easily move back to 10ish and grab him. They may just take him 6th overall. Anyway, he WILL NOT be on the board when the Cowboys pick.
Sinbad Jefferson I keep seeing this nonsense. Falcons fans must be loony. I love the play of Aaron Donald but he is not a first round prospect and Falcons fans are talking about taking him 6th overall. What is wrong with you people? Furthermore any teams that is running a 3-4 defense is not going to give Donald a high grade. The only teams that will reach for this guy in the first round are teams like Dallas, Philadelphia but they just drafted Fletcher Cox recently, Cinncinatti but they have Atkins, Carolina but they already have a very good defense, Denver or Seattle. When you get down to Denver and Seattle, that's about where Donald should be. So realistically the only team to reach for Donald is the Dallas Cowboys.
This dude stayed in the backfield....hope he's a G-man
Time to give qb 's some dirt naps with quinn, brockers, donald, & long
Next warren sapp!
Welcome to Saint Louis big fella : )
Dis man is going 2 b hell with that d-line #Ramsup #SackCity
This guy is going to be a steal in the draft! Wherever he ends up!
I want him next to Geno in Cincy, but no way is he dropping to 24
you would have twins @ the DTposition
If raiders get him in the first I would be happy...he's a straight beast