Former Pitt star Aaron Donald and his current team, the Los Angeles Rams, were at a standstill over his contract this offseason, but the two sides came to an agreement on Friday. Now, Donald will enter the season as the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history, as the defensive lineman and the Rams agreed to a six-year, $135 million contract extension.
Adam Schefter of ESPN reported Donald’s new deal and added that it comes with $87 million guaranteed. With a deal now in place, Donald will be available to play in the Rams’ season opener against the Oakland Raiders on Sept.