Los Angeles Rams star pass rusher Aaron Donald, a three-time Defensive Player of the Year, selected to 10 Pro Bowls and named first-team All-Pro eight times, announced his retirement from the NFL on Friday.
“Throughout my career, I have given everything to football, both mentally and physically: 365 days a year were dedicated to becoming the best player possible. I respected this game like no other and I am lucky to be able to do so “Conclude my career in the NFL with the same franchise that drafted me. Not many people get drafted to a team, win a World Championship with that team and retire with that team. I do not, nor will I, take it for granted,” he said in a statement posted on social media.
Greetings to what follows. Extending a big thank you to the Rams and all the fans for their support over these past 10 years. Lots of love. 🍾🙏🏽💪🏽 pic.twitter.com/edGxkUYdLz
—AD_99 (@AaronDonald97) March 15, 2024
Donald, 32, has 111 career sacks.
“We are very grateful for Aaron's dedication to greatness and leading our franchise on and off the field over the past decade,” the Rams' Stan Kroenke said in a statement. “He has left his mark on generations of football fans and his achievements, along with his work ethic and passion, continue to inspire his teammates, coaches and athletes around the world. It is a privilege to have witnessed one of the greatest players in all”. time and we are proud that Aaron Donald will always be a part of NFL history as a member of the Rams.”
