The Rams began their 2018 offseason in much of the same way as they spent the majority of their program last year — in the absence of defensive tackle . The reigning Defensive Player of the Year remained away from the team through the majority of offseason activities in 2017 and all of training camp, before reporting just ahead of the club’s Week 1 contest. As is well known, Donald’s representation was seeking a contract extension from L.A.
And heading into the close of Phase II in the team’s offseason program, it appears as if Donald — who is entering the fifth and final year of his rookie contract — could stay away from the club for an extended period once again.