THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. -- The Los Angeles Rams just made Aaron Donald the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history, with a $135 million, 6-year contract extension that features $87 million guaranteed, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
It's the richest deal for a defensive lineman in league history.
One season after coach Sean McVay led the Rams to their first division title in 14 seasons and first playoff appearance since 2004, with the reigning defensive player of the year locked up, their Super Bowl window is wide open.
But it could close just as fast -- we're talking within two seasons -- with contracts expiring and paydays looming for several defensive playmakers as well as quarterback Jared Goff.