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Aaron Donald is one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history—a ten-time Pro Bowler, Super Bowl champion, and the fastest defensive tackle to reach 100 sacks in NFL history.
Aaron Donald is a once-in-a-generation talent who redefined what it means to dominate the defensive line. Known for his relentless drive, unmatched technique, and historic productivity, Donald left the NFL as one of the most decorated and respected defenders in football history. He is also well-known for his motivational speaking and fireside chats. Aaron Donald is available to be booked for corporate and private events. Contact the Mollie Plotkin Group today to inquire about Aaron Donald’s fees.
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Aaron Donald’s journey began in Pittsburgh’s Lincoln–Lemington–Belmar neighborhood, where early mornings in a homemade basement gym taught him the value of discipline. Guided by his father’s commitment to structure and hard work, Donald transformed from a self-described lazy kid into one of the fiercest competitors football has ever seen.
Despite his dominant senior season at Penn Hills High School, Aaron entered college as a modest three-star recruit. He chose to stay home, joining the University of Pittsburgh.
At the University of Pittsburgh, he became one of college football’s most feared defenders. As a senior, he posted a staggering 28.5 tackles for loss and 11 sacks, earning him unanimous All-American honors and a clean sweep of college football’s major defensive awards: the Lombardi, Nagurski, Bednarik, and Outland Trophies. In 2025, the University of Pittsburgh inducted Aaron into its Athletics Hall of Fame.
Drafted 13th overall by the St. Louis Rams in 2014, Aaron Donald wasted no time making an impact. He was named NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year and began a historic run of dominance, earning First-Team All-Pro honors in 8 of his 10 seasons and Pro Bowl honors in all 10 of his NFL seasons. He is one of only three players in NFL history to win Defensive Player of the Year three times (2017, 2018, 2020), joining the elite company of Lawrence Taylor and J.J. Watt.
Aaron finished his career with 111 sacks—the most ever by a defensive tackle. He also achieved 100 of those sacks in the shortest span for a defensive tackle in NFL history. Additionally, in 2018 Aaron led the league with 20.5 sacks, setting both the Rams’ single-season record and the all-time mark for a defensive tackle. Known for his ferocity, precision, and relentless work ethic, he was ranked No. 1 on the NFL Top 100 Players list twice.
In Super Bowl LVI Aaron delivered the game-sealing play, securing his legacy, giving the Rams their first title in Los Angeles, and hoisting the Lombardi Trophy.
But Aaron’s impact didn’t stop at the sidelines. Through his AD99 Foundation, he has invested in under-resourced youth in Pittsburgh; and through partnerships with organizations like WalkUnited LA and Operation Progress, he’s helped lead efforts to combat homelessness and build stronger communities in Los Angeles.
Aaron officially retired in March of 2024, choosing to leave the game fulfilled, healthy, and on his own terms. Today, he inspires others by sharing lessons from his journey through fireside chats that explore leadership, resilience, and what it means to be elite.
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An insightful and inspiring conversation with one of the NFL’s most dominant figures. Aaron Donald opens up about the mindset behind his legendary career, the discipline that sustained it, and the values that define him off the field. This format allows audiences to ask questions and dive into meaningful themes, guided by a moderator or host.
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