Aaron Donald struggles as Rams' defensive issues persist
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 10:17 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald has faced challenges during his return to football. After three weeks of the NFL season, Donald ranks 79th among 91 defensive linemen in pressure rate at just 4.8%. His two pressures from 42 pass rush snaps raise concerns as the Rams start the season with a 1-2 record. The overall performance of the Rams' defensive tackle group is viewed as the worst in the NFL, impacting the team's ability to rebound. With limited alternatives, the Rams need to address Donald's underwhelming production if they hope to improve their defensive performance.
- •Donald ranks 79th in pressure rate among defensive linemen.
- •He has recorded just two pressures on 42 pass rush snaps.
- •The Rams' defensive tackle group is considered the weakest in the NFL.
- •LA has started the season with a 1-2 record after three weeks.
- •The team lacks viable substitutes if Donald doesn't improve.
- 10:17 PMYahoo Sports — How is Aaron Donald’s return going so far?
"The Rams might have the worst defensive tackle group in the NFL
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NFL•Sep 29, 2026, 10:45 PMBruce Arians has strong message for Mayfield
NFL•Sep 29, 2026, 10:24 PMReport: Broncos WR Jaylen Waddle is 'fine' after fans feared injury
NFL•Sep 29, 2026, 10:15 PMJared Verse’s pressure surge is lifting the Browns pass rush, even without the sacks
NFL•Sep 29, 2026, 9:48 PMVikings sign RB Devin Neal amidst flurry of roster moves
NFL•Sep 29, 2026, 9:44 PMAqib Talib on Josh Wallace’s DPI: ‘It’s a black and white rule’
NFL•Sep 29, 2026, 9:14 PMWhere did the Vikings land in ESPN's Power Rankings ahead of Week 2?
