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CUT DAY: Aaron Donald Returns to Rams, TRADES Galore and Will Levis’ Next Team
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- Aug 31, 2026
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Summary
Los Angeles Rams surge to Super Bowl favorite status as Aaron Donald returns at age 35, signing a one-year deal loaded with incentives. Is this high-powered defensive front anchored by Donald and Myles Garrett truly unbeatable, or are past trends warning of a letdown? Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down the Rams’ championship odds, potential pitfalls, and whether Donald remains the most dominant defender of the 21st century. Key topics include a Mount Rushmore debate of NFL defensive legends since 2000, significant trades like Broderick Jones to the Dallas Cowboys, and the ripple effect of recent roster cuts—highlighting surprise names like Evan Neal and the quarterback carousel involving Will Levis. The hosts also spotlight questions surrounding the Chicago Bears’ revamped defense and analyze early schedule hurdles for top contenders. Can these blockbuster moves pave the way for a season to remember—or will history repeat itself?