Meet Aaron Donald: The St. Louis Rams’ Defensive Ace

Mar 3, 2014; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers former defensive end Aaron Donald waves to the crowd during a time-out against the North Carolina State Wolfpack during the first half at the Petersen Events Center. The North Carolina State Wolfpack won 74-67. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Aaron Donald In High School

On May 23rd, 1991, Aaron Charles Donald was born to Anita Goggins and Archie Donald. Donald’s strength and size became apparent at a very young age, and he took advantage of it when he attended Pen Hills High School. Donald was a stud early on in his career as he was selected first team All-State Class AAAA in each of his final two seasons. Donald compiled 63 tackles, 15 tackles for loss and 11 sacks as a senior. Fun Fact, Donald also played offensive guard.

With having a passion for football, it was clear Donald could play at the collegiate level. He committed to his hometown Pittsburgh over other scholarships from Toledo, Akron, and Rutgers. Donald was rated the 37th best defensive tackle in the nation by Rivals.com 

Donald was now a Pittsburgh Panther.

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