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Eagles' O-Line vs Aaron Donald
Can Eagles' o-line stop Aaron Donald in Sunday's game?
In brief
Can Eagles' o-line stop Aaron Donald in Sunday's game? Eagles' offensive line has successfully contained Aaron Donald in five career matchups, but this Sunday's game lacks their offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland. Originally reported by PhillyVoice.
Eagles' game plan against Donald
The Eagles have a plan to keep Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald from wrecking their offense.
Donald's return from retirement
Donald returned from a two-year retirement after the Rams traded for Pro Bowl CB Trent McDuffie and edge rusher Myles Garrett.
Donald's early season performance
Donald played 33 snaps Week 2 and 35 snaps last Sunday with only 1 QB hit and 4.8 percent pressure rate.
Donald's physical challenges
Donald dealt with back soreness this week that kept him out of some practice.
Donald's skill retention
Donald still shows raw power, elite get-off, leverage, hand technique, and agility despite his return.
Eagles' historical success
The Eagles have been successful against Donald in five career matchups with 0-2 record in Nick Sirianni's era.
Eagles' coaching strategy
Offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland created schemes to prevent Donald from corrupting the game plan.
Sunday's game dynamics
Sunday's game will be the first time Donald faces the Eagles without Stoutland on the sideline.
Eagles' blocking schemes
The Eagles used multiple blockers and slide protections to keep Donald from reaching the quarterback.
Eagles' game plan example
In Week 5 of 2023, the Eagles used a triple-team against Donald to protect quarterback Jalen Hurts.
Eagles' current line concerns
Cam Jurgens plays out of position at left guard and Drew Kendall starts at center.
Rams' defensive depth
The Rams have three linemen capable of beating 1-on-1s if teams double-team Donald.
Donald's impact on game
Donald's presence could lead to more 1-on-1s for the Eagles' interior linemen.
What happens next
The Eagles' o-line will face a critical test against Donald in Sunday's game.
What to remember
Eagles' offensive line has successfully contained Aaron Donald in five career matchups, but this Sunday's game lacks their offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland.
