The feud between Los Angles Rams and DT Aaron Donald continues.
This had been a ongoing issue since the beginning of the new year, as Donald played well above his rookie contract and is now seeking a new lucrative deal.
Donald finished 2016 with eight sacks and two forced fumbles and was rated as the number one defensive tackle, according to Pro Football Focus. According to a report by ESPN's Adam Schefter, Donald is threatening to continue his holdout in the regular season, and some speculate that he may sit out the entire 2017.
Rams DT Aaron Donald's holdout is threatening to last into the regular season, per league sources. One source… https://t.co/C3Lk4M1aQz
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 17, 2017
Of course, a lot can happen between now and the start of the regular season, but this should illustrate how far both sides are on a new deal.
From the Rams perspective, they are in no hurry to negotiate a new contract, as Donald would only cost them a little more than $3.2 million this year and roughly $6.8 million on his fifth-year option.
But, on the flip side, it is in their best interest to keep the big man happy.
Donald could be looking at being the highest-paid defensive tackle when it is all set and done, whether it is paid by the Rams or another team.
To have a good point of reference, a contract to look at is the one by Ndamukong Suh signed with the Miami Dolphins in 2015. He received a six-year, $114 million deal, with nearly $60 million in guaranteed money, according to Spotrac.
With the cap space rising, it is very plausible that Donald will receive a more lucrative deal than Suh received.
Rams fan should buckle up because this is going to be a bumpy season if both sides can't reach a deal.
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