Confettis fly and the SoFi erupts as Aaron Donald sacks Joe Burrow to win the Super Bowl LVI. Though many had already predicted it, the Rams defensive beast makes it happen for real. Donald was the first one in and the last one out during his clash against the Bengals QB. He proved why fans call him a monster. Many speculated that the Bengals offense didn’t stand a chance against the bullying defense of the Rams, which turned out to be true. Although Burrow put on a great show against the Donald-led defense, he also concluded his campaign in the very hands of AD. It was a game of high stakes, and the Bengals O-Line succumbed to the wrath of the Rams. AARON DONALD SACKS JOE BURROW FOR THE SUPER BOWL LVI TITLE The Bengals trailed the Rams 23-20 [https://www.espn.in/nfl/boxscore/_/gameId/401326638] during their last drive of the game. Bengals sought a connection with just 43 seconds left on the clock at 4th and 1. Burrow makes the snap, and in no time, AD shows up like his worst nightmare and sacks him to the ground. Also Read: WATCH: Joe Mixon, Not Joe Burrow, Throws Bengals’ First Ever Super Bowl TD Pass And It’s a Dime [https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-news-watch-joe-mixon-not-joe-burrow-throws-bengals-first-ever-super-bowl-td-pass-and-its-a-dime/] It was the last thing Joey ever wanted. With that horrific sack, Donald buried the Super Bowl dreams of the young QB and wrote an unwanted piece of history on the QB’s epitaph. Burrow sets a Super Bowl record with eight sacks. Burrow and Rams were already on the opposite sides of the spectrum. On one hand, there was Joey, who was sacked the most [https://www.statmuse.com/nfl/ask/most-sacked-qb-in-2021] number of times (51) this regular season. While, on the other hand, there were the Rams, who stood third [https://www.statmuse.com/nfl/ask/most-sack-team] as the most sacking team this season. Putting them together resulted in a nightmare for Burrow and the Cincy O-Line. [https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-02-14T040423Z_1680608694_MT1USATODAY17681573_RTRMADP_3_NFL-SUPER-BOWL-LVI-LOS-ANGELES-RAMS-AT-CINCINNATI-BENGALS.jpeg]Feb 13, 2022; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams defensive end Aaron Donald (99) is interviewed with his wife Erica Donald and children Jaeda, Aaron Jr., and Aaric, after defeating the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports| Courtesy: Reuters. It is an emotional moment for the Rams as they claim the long-awaited Super Bowl LVI title. It calls for a moment of celebration, especially for the defensive beast Aaron Donald who has proven his worth time and time again. Watch This Story: LA Rams Quarterback Matthew Stafford and Wife Kelly’s Relationship Timeline: From College Sweethearts to Parents of 4 [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/nfl-news-la-rams-quarterback-matthew-stafford-and-wife-kellys-relationship-timeline-from-college-sweethearts-to-parents-of-4/] 

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<h2>Cincinnati Bengals: 2024 Roster, Players, Schedule, Super Bowl Wins and More</h2>
Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the Cincinnati Bengals are a professional American football team.Â They are part of the National Football League (NFL) and play in the American Football Conference (AFC) North division. Founded in 1968 by Paul Brown, the Bengals began play in 1968 as an expansion team. With over 1.5 million fans online, the team is often cheered up with the famous â€œWho Dey?â€ chant. The Bengals fans proudly shout this chant as it has an interesting backstory tied to Cincinnati's local culture. One popular tale traces it back to the Hudepohl Brewing Company, a staple in the area.Â 

[caption id="attachment_2365789" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-2365789" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-11-17T031243Z_1608367458_MT1USATODAY21912489_RTRMADP_3_NFL-CINCINNATI-BENGALS-AT-BALTIMORE-RAVENS.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1259" /> Nov 16, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (24) sacks Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) during the first quarter at M&amp;T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

During Bengals games at their old stadium, vendors would shout â€œHudy!â€ to sell the local Hudepohl beer. This cry sounded strikingly similar to the now-iconic â€œWho Dey?â€ chant. Sensing an opportunity, Hudepohl released a Bengals-themed beer in 1981 called â€œHu-Dey.â€ The beer's label featured a tiger face, stripes, and the catchy slogan, â€œWho dey think gonna beat dem Bengals?â€ This clever marketing move helped cement the chant in Cincinnati's sports culture, creating a lasting tradition that lives on in the hearts of Bengals fans.
<h2>Historical Background of the Cincinnati Bengals</h2>
The Cincinnati Bengals were founded by Paul Brown and the team joined the NFL as an expansion team in 1968. The backdrop of their history is: The legendary coach Brown founded the Cleveland Browns in 1946. The team was a powerhouse in the early days, dominating the All-America Football Conference and competing in several NFL Championship Games.Â 

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However, in 1963, after a change in ownership, Brown was fired by Art Modell. He then met with then-Governor Jim Rhodes, and the two agreed to form a new team. In 1966, Cincinnati's city council approved building a large, 60,389-seat Riverfront Stadium, aiming for completion by 1970. Shortly after, the next year, that means in 1967, Brown, leading a group, secured an American Football League franchise for the city. They established the Bengals in the same year. According to the NFL, â€œBrown named the team after Cincinnati's former pro football team called the Bengals that played in the 1930s and 1940s.â€Â 

The newly expanded team, Bengals, began playing in the AFL in 1968. And this sequence of events marked the beginning of Cincinnati's journey into professional football, with both the stadium and franchise playing pivotal roles. Now, after the AFL-NFL merger, the $3.5 billion Bengals are in the AFC North division, the same division as the Browns. Since then, the Bengals have seen varying levels of success, with periods of competitive play and rebuilding.Â 
<h2>Notable milestones and achievements</h2>
The Bengals have had a mix of successful seasons and rebuilding years. The team has been successful in winning three AFC Conference championships: 1981, 1988, and 2021 (their Super Bowl appearances years). They reached the Super Bowl three times â€“ XVI (1981), XXIII (1988), and LVI (2021) â€“ but till now havenâ€™t won any championship. They lost all three appearances, with the first two against the San Francisco 49ers, making them one of their interesting rivals. Besides that, they also lost the latest Super Bowl game (2021) against the Los Angeles Rams. The franchise has seen varying levels of success, including AFC Championship victories in 1981 and 1988.Â 
<h2>Major rivalries of the Cincinnati Bengals</h2>
The Bengals have fierce competition with these teams, often impacting their playoff aspirations, as they all are from the same division â€“ AFC North.

Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns: This rivalry is often known as the â€œBattle of Ohioâ€ due to their same AFC North division, geography and a shared heritage history. How? Actually, the Cleveland (Northeast) and Cincinnati (Southwest) are on opposite corners of Ohio, and hence the rival. But not only that! The rivalry between the Bengals and Browns runs deep, dating back to 1970 when they first clashed. Due to the firing of coach Paul Brown from the Browns, the legendary coach established a new team â€“ the Bengals. And hence, the rivalry.

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Their first regular-season encounter on October 11, 1970, ended in a Bengals loss after they had previously defeated the Browns in a preseason game. The Bengals redeemed themselves later that season with a narrow 14-10 victory at the former Paul Brown Stadium. This early back-and-forth set the tone for a rivalry that has only intensified over the years. It has set the stage for a fierce rivalry, with the teams meeting twice a year. According to the records, since 1970, they have played 101 games with each other. The Browns have won 48 while the Bengals have 53 game victories.Â 

Cincinnati Bengals vs Baltimore Ravens: The rivalry between these two teams stems from their same AFC North division. They have faced off against each other 57 times, in which the Bengals won 27 games while the Ravens have a three-game advantage. They are ahead of the Bengals having won 30 games.Â 

Cincinnati Bengals vs Pittsburgh Steelers: They are considered one of the biggest rivals in the league. Not only because of their divisional rivalry, but also due to their massive number of losses with the Steelers. Having met each other 109 times, Pittsburgh has won 70 games while the Bengals have just won 39.Â 

Cincinnati Bengals vs San Francisco 49ers: These two teams have played each other 18 times, with the Bengals winning just 5 games and the 49ers the rest 13. The rivalry between them also intensified over the years because among the Bengalsâ€™ three Super Bowl appearances, they had lost against the Niners twice.
<h2>Major contracts of the Cincinnati Bengals in 2024</h2>
<table style="border-collapse: collapse;width: 100%;height: 136px">
<tbody>
<tr style="height: 64px">
<td style="width: 50%;height: 64px">
<h5>Total CapÂ </h5>
</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 64px">$276,605,552 / 18th</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 24px">
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">
<h5>Top 51 Cap Space</h5>
</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">$20,530,136 / 14th</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 24px">
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">
<h5>Reserve Lists</h5>
</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">$1,252,036 / 26th</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 24px">
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">
<h5>Dead Cap</h5>
</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">$6,531,689 / 30th</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2>Who are the starters for the 2024 season?</h2>
Led by Zac Taylor, this year too, quarterback Joe Burrow will start this season after coming off a wrist injury that ended his 2023 season in mid-November. Supporting him in 2024 will be these starters, provided they remain injury-free:

[caption id="attachment_1462286" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-1462286" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1359879617.jpg" alt="Joe Burrow" width="1920" height="1280" /> DENVER, COLORADO - DECEMBER 19: Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals warms-up before the game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field At Mile High on December 19, 2021 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)[/caption]

RB Zack Moss

WR Ja'Marr Chase

WR Tee Higgins

WR Andrei losivas

TE Mike Gesicki

LT Orlando Brown Jr.

LG Cordell Volson

C Ted Karras

RG Alex Cappa

RT Trent Brown

LDE Sam HubbardÂ 

LDT Sheldon Rankins

RDT B.J. Hill

RDE Trey Hendrickson

WLB Logan Wilson

MLB Germaine Pratt

SLB Akeem Davis-Gaither

LCB Cam Taylor-Britt

SS Jordan Battle

FS Geno Stone

RCB DJ Turner II

NB Mike Hilton

PK Evan McPherson

P Brad Robbins

H Brad Robbins

PR Charlie Jones

KR Trayveon Williams

LS Cal Adomitis
<h2>Notable coaches and players</h2>
The team has had several Pro Bowl and All-Pro players throughout its history. Additionally the franchise has been led by various notable coaches, including founding coach Paul Brown and recent coaches like Zac Taylor.Â 

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Besides them, they have three members as the teamâ€™s Hall of Famers: coach Paul Brown (1967); OL Anthony Munoz (1998); and CB Ken Riley (2023). Now, apart from them, some other recent stars of the team are Joe Burrow and Jaâ€™Marr Chase.
<h2>The schedule of the Cincinnati Bengals</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
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<td>WK</td>
<td>DATE</td>
<td>OPPONENT</td>
<td>TIME</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1</td>
<td>Sun, 8 Sep</td>
<td>vs<a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/team/_/name/ne/new-england-patriots">New England</a></td>
<td><a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671628/patriots-bengals">10:30 PM</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2</td>
<td>Mon, 16 Sep</td>
<td>@<a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/team/_/name/kc/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City</a></td>
<td><a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671670/bengals-chiefs">1:55 AM</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3</td>
<td>Tue, 24 Sep</td>
<td>vs<a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/team/_/name/wsh/washington-commanders">Washington</a></td>
<td><a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671490/commanders-bengals">5:45 AM</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>4</td>
<td>Sun, 29 Sep</td>
<td>@<a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/team/_/name/car/carolina-panthers">Carolina</a></td>
<td><a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671745/bengals-panthers">10:30 PM</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>5</td>
<td>Sun, 6 Oct</td>
<td>vs<a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/team/_/name/bal/baltimore-ravens">Baltimore</a></td>
<td><a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671626/ravens-bengals">10:30 PM</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>6</td>
<td>Mon, 14 Oct</td>
<td>@<a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/team/_/name/nyg/new-york-giants">New York</a></td>
<td><a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671791/bengals-giants">5:50 AM</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>7</td>
<td>Sun, 20 Oct</td>
<td>@<a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/team/_/name/cle/cleveland-browns">Cleveland</a></td>
<td><a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671853/bengals-browns">10:30 PM</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>8</td>
<td>Mon, 28 Oct</td>
<td>vs<a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/team/_/name/phi/philadelphia-eagles">Philadelphia</a></td>
<td><a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671667/eagles-bengals">1:55 AM</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>9</td>
<td>Sun, 3 Nov</td>
<td>vs<a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/team/_/name/lv/las-vegas-raiders">Las Vegas</a></td>
<td><a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671704/raiders-bengals">11:30 PM</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>10</td>
<td>Fri, 8 Nov</td>
<td>@<a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/team/_/name/bal/baltimore-ravens">Baltimore</a></td>
<td><a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671810/bengals-ravens">6:45 AM</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>11</td>
<td>Mon, 18 Nov</td>
<td>@<a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/team/_/name/lac/los-angeles-chargers">Los Angeles</a></td>
<td><a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671675/bengals-chargers">2:55 AM</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>12</td>
<td colspan="3">BYE WEEK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>13</td>
<td>Sun, 1 Dec</td>
<td>vs<a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/team/_/name/pit/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh</a></td>
<td><a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671627/steelers-bengals">11:30 PM</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>14</td>
<td>Tue, 10 Dec</td>
<td>@<a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/team/_/name/dal/dallas-cowboys">Dallas</a></td>
<td><a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671690/bengals-cowboys">6:45 AM</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>15</td>
<td>Sun, 15 Dec</td>
<td>@<a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/team/_/name/ten/tennessee-titans">Tennessee</a></td>
<td><a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671825/bengals-titans">11:30 PM</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>16</td>
<td>Fri, 20 Dec</td>
<td>vs<a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/team/_/name/cle/cleveland-browns">Cleveland</a></td>
<td><a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671811/browns-bengals">6:45 AM</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>17</td>
<td>Sun, 29 Dec</td>
<td>vs<a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/team/_/name/den/denver-broncos">Denver</a></td>
<td><a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671835/broncos-bengals">TBD</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>18</td>
<td>Sun, 5 Jan</td>
<td>@<a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/team/_/name/pit/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh</a></td>
<td><a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671836/bengals-steelers">TBD</a></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Cincinnati Bengals

Cincinnati Bengals: 2024 Roster, Players, Schedule, Super Bowl Wins and More Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the Cincinnati Bengals are a professional American football team.Â They are part of the National Football League (NFL) and play in the American Football Conference (AFC) North division. Founded in 1968 by Paul Brown, the Bengals began play in 1968 as an expansion team. With over 1.5 million fans online, the team is often cheered up with the famous â€œWho Dey?â€ chant. The Bengals fans proudly shout this chant as it has an interesting backstory tied to Cincinnati&#8217;s local culture. One popular tale traces it back to the Hudepohl Brewing Company, a staple in the area.Â  Nov 16, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (24) sacks Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) during the first quarter at M&amp;T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports During Bengals games at their old stadium, vendors would shout â€œHudy!â€ to sell the local Hudepohl beer. This cry sounded strikingly similar to the now-iconic â€œWho Dey?â€ chant. Sensing an opportunity, Hudepohl released a Bengals-themed beer in 1981 called â€œHu-Dey.â€ The beer&#8217;s label featured a tiger face, stripes, and the catchy slogan, â€œWho dey think gonna beat dem Bengals?â€ This clever marketing move helped cement the chant in Cincinnati&#8217;s sports culture, creating a lasting tradition that lives on in the hearts of Bengals fans. Historical Background of the Cincinnati Bengals The Cincinnati Bengals were founded by Paul Brown and the team joined the NFL as an expansion team in 1968. The backdrop of their history is: The legendary coach Brown founded the Cleveland Browns in 1946. The team was a powerhouse in the early days, dominating the All-America Football Conference and competing in several NFL Championship Games.Â  However, in 1963, after a change in ownership, Brown was fired by Art Modell. He then met with then-Governor Jim Rhodes, and the two agreed to form a new team. In 1966, Cincinnati&#8217;s city council approved building a large, 60,389-seat Riverfront Stadium, aiming for completion by 1970. Shortly after, the next year, that means in 1967, Brown, leading a group, secured an American Football League franchise for the city. They established the Bengals in the same year. According to the NFL, â€œBrown named the team after Cincinnati&#8217;s former pro football team called the Bengals that played in the 1930s and 1940s.â€Â  The newly expanded team, Bengals, began playing in the AFL in 1968. And this sequence of events marked the beginning of Cincinnati&#8217;s journey into professional football, with both the stadium and franchise playing pivotal roles. Now, after the AFL-NFL merger, the $3.5 billion Bengals are in the AFC North division, the same division as the Browns. Since then, the Bengals have seen varying levels of success, with periods of competitive play and rebuilding.Â  Notable milestones and achievements The Bengals have had a mix of successful seasons and rebuilding years. The team has been successful in winning three AFC Conference championships: 1981, 1988, and 2021 (their Super Bowl appearances years). They reached the Super Bowl three times â€“ XVI (1981), XXIII (1988), and LVI (2021) â€“ but till now havenâ€™t won any championship. They lost all three appearances, with the first two against the San Francisco 49ers, making them one of their interesting rivals. Besides that, they also lost the latest Super Bowl game (2021) against the Los Angeles Rams. The franchise has seen varying levels of success, including AFC Championship victories in 1981 and 1988.Â  Major rivalries of the Cincinnati Bengals The Bengals have fierce competition with these teams, often impacting their playoff aspirations, as they all are from the same division â€“ AFC North. Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns: This rivalry is often known as the â€œBattle of Ohioâ€ due to their same AFC North division, geography and a shared heritage history. How? Actually, the Cleveland (Northeast) and Cincinnati (Southwest) are on opposite corners of Ohio, and hence the rival. But not only that! The rivalry between the Bengals and Browns runs deep, dating back to 1970 when they first clashed. Due to the firing of coach Paul Brown from the Browns, the legendary coach established a new team â€“ the Bengals. And hence, the rivalry. Their first regular-season encounter on October 11, 1970, ended in a Bengals loss after they had previously defeated the Browns in a preseason game. The Bengals redeemed themselves later that season with a narrow 14-10 victory at the former Paul Brown Stadium. This early back-and-forth set the tone for a rivalry that has only intensified over the years. It has set the stage for a fierce rivalry, with the teams meeting twice a year. According to the records, since 1970, they have played 101 games with each other. The Browns have won 48 while the Bengals have 53 game victories.Â  Cincinnati Bengals vs Baltimore Ravens: The rivalry between these two teams stems from their same AFC North division. They have faced off against each other 57 times, in which the Bengals won 27 games while the Ravens have a three-game advantage. They are ahead of the Bengals having won 30 games.Â  Cincinnati Bengals vs Pittsburgh Steelers: They are considered one of the biggest rivals in the league. Not only because of their divisional rivalry, but also due to their massive number of losses with the Steelers. Having met each other 109 times, Pittsburgh has won 70 games while the Bengals have just won 39.Â  Cincinnati Bengals vs San Francisco 49ers: These two teams have played each other 18 times, with the Bengals winning just 5 games and the 49ers the rest 13. The rivalry between them also intensified over the years because among the Bengalsâ€™ three Super Bowl appearances, they had lost against the Niners twice. Major contracts of the Cincinnati Bengals in 2024   Total CapÂ  $276,605,552 / 18th  Top 51 Cap Space $20,530,136 / 14th  Reserve Lists $1,252,036 / 26th  Dead Cap $6,531,689 / 30th  Who are the starters for the 2024 season? Led by Zac Taylor, this year too, quarterback Joe Burrow will start this season after coming off a wrist injury that ended his 2023 season in mid-November. Supporting him in 2024 will be these starters, provided they remain injury-free: DENVER, COLORADO &#8211; DECEMBER 19: Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals warms-up before the game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field At Mile High on December 19, 2021 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images) RB Zack Moss WR Ja&#8217;Marr Chase WR Tee Higgins WR Andrei losivas TE Mike Gesicki LT Orlando Brown Jr. LG Cordell Volson C Ted Karras RG Alex Cappa RT Trent Brown LDE Sam HubbardÂ  LDT Sheldon Rankins RDT B.J. Hill RDE Trey Hendrickson WLB Logan Wilson MLB Germaine Pratt SLB Akeem Davis-Gaither LCB Cam Taylor-Britt SS Jordan Battle FS Geno Stone RCB DJ Turner II NB Mike Hilton PK Evan McPherson P Brad Robbins H Brad Robbins PR Charlie Jones KR Trayveon Williams LS Cal Adomitis Notable coaches and players The team has had several Pro Bowl and All-Pro players throughout its history. Additionally the franchise has been led by various notable coaches, including founding coach Paul Brown and recent coaches like Zac Taylor.Â  Besides them, they have three members as the teamâ€™s Hall of Famers: coach Paul Brown (1967); OL Anthony Munoz (1998); and CB Ken Riley (2023). Now, apart from them, some other recent stars of the team are Joe Burrow and Jaâ€™Marr Chase. The schedule of the Cincinnati Bengals  WK DATE OPPONENT TIME  1 Sun, 8 Sep vsNew England 10:30 PM  2 Mon, 16 Sep @Kansas City 1:55 AM  3 Tue, 24 Sep vsWashington 5:45 AM  4 Sun, 29 Sep @Carolina 10:30 PM  5 Sun, 6 Oct vsBaltimore 10:30 PM  6 Mon, 14 Oct @New York 5:50 AM  7 Sun, 20 Oct @Cleveland 10:30 PM  8 Mon, 28 Oct vsPhiladelphia 1:55 AM  9 Sun, 3 Nov vsLas Vegas 11:30 PM  10 Fri, 8 Nov @Baltimore 6:45 AM  11 Mon, 18 Nov @Los Angeles 2:55 AM  12 BYE WEEK  13 Sun, 1 Dec vsPittsburgh 11:30 PM  14 Tue, 10 Dec @Dallas 6:45 AM  15 Sun, 15 Dec @Tennessee 11:30 PM  16 Fri, 20 Dec vsCleveland 6:45 AM  17 Sun, 29 Dec vsDenver TBD  18 Sun, 5 Jan @Pittsburgh TBD

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<h2 class="jsx-3677412058" style="text-align: center">Aaron Donald 2022: Net Worth, Salary, &amp; Endorsements</h2>
Aaron Donald is a professional player in the NFL who plays for the Los Angeles Rams as a Defensive Tackle. He is currently one of the most dominating defensive prospects in the league and is regarded as one of the greatest defensive players of all time.
In his room of accolades shines three Defensive Player of the Year trophies which he won in 2017, 2018, and 2020 respectively. As of now, he is the reigning Super Bowl Champion with the Los Angeles Rams.
<img class="aligncenter wp-image-929678 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/aaron-donald-1.jpg" alt="Aaron Donald" width="1860" height="1237" />
Donald was drafted by the St. Louis Rams in the 2014 NFL Draft as the 13th overall pick. He is one of the two players on the team who used to be a part of the St. Louis roster once.

<h2 class="jsx-3677412058" style="text-align: center">Aaron Donald Net Worth</h2>
According to <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nfl/aaron-donald-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Celebrity Net Worth</a>, the net worth of the star Rams tackle is expected to be around $60 million. With a whopping average annual salary of at least <a href="https://www.nbcsports.com/bayarea/49ers/nfls-highest-paid-defensive-players" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$30 million</a>, Donald is currently the highest-paid defensive player on the turf.
As a rookie, Aaron Donald signed a fully guaranteed $10.13 million for four years which included a $5.69 million signing bonus and a fifth-year option. The contract reaped every dime of it after Donald was named the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year and was named in the NFL All-Rookie Team.


[caption id="attachment_379866" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-379866 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20200917055656/2020-08-23T050911Z_1905983162_NOCID_RTRMADP_3_NFL-LOS-ANGELES-RAMS-SCRIMMAGE.jpg" alt="Aaron Donald" width="1920" height="1305" /> Aug 22, 2020; Inglewood California, USA; Los Angeles Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald (99) celebrates during a scrimmage at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports| Reuters[/caption]
In 2018, AD signed a six-year contract extension worth $135 million with $87 million guaranteed making him the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history, until Khalil Mack signed a $141 million deal with Chicago Bears.
Before the start of the 2022 season, the Rams re-negotiated his deal, which added $40 million to his original $135 million contract. The re-negotiation made him the first non-QB with an average annual salary of more than $30 million.

<h2 class="jsx-3677412058" style="text-align: center">Aaron Donald Stats</h2>
According to <a href="https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/D/DonaAa00.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pro Football Reference</a>, Aaron Donald has played a total of 131 regular season games in his 9 seasons in the NFL. During those games, AD has recorded 100 sacks, 23 forced fumbles, and seven forced recoveries, along with 295 solo tackles.


[caption id="attachment_506915" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-506915 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210107202028/2020-12-28T012305Z_265089761_MT1USATODAY15366153_RTRMADP_3_NFL-LOS-ANGELES-RAMS-AT-SEATTLE-SEAHAWKS.jpg" alt="Aaron Donald" width="1920" height="1279" /> Dec 27, 2020; Seattle, Washington, USA; Los Angeles Rams defensive end Aaron Donald (99) sacks Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports/Reuters[/caption]
In his eight complete seasons in the NFL, Donald has reached the playoffs four times. He has played a total of 10 postseason games recording six sacks and 18 solo tackles. He won his first Super Bowl in his career in 2022, after a near-miss attempt at the Lombardi trophy in 2019.
The 280 lbs beast has been named a Pro Bowler (8) in every season since 2014. He has also been named in the First-Team All-Pro a total of seven times in his career so far.

<h2 class="jsx-3677412058" style="text-align: center">Aaron Donald Endorsements and Investments</h2>
Being one of the biggest names in the NFL, Aaron Donald endorses a number of big brands like Nike, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Panini, Tide, Hulu, Applebees, EA Sports, Snickers, AirBnB, Hyundai, Pepsi, Pizza Hut, GoPuff, and Tostitos.


[caption id="attachment_791013" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-791013 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-10-08T043456Z_59432607_MT1USATODAY16911209_RTRMADP_3_NFL-LOS-ANGELES-RAMS-AT-SEATTLE-SEAHAWKS.jpg" alt="Aaron Donald" width="1920" height="1280" /> Oct 7, 2021; Seattle, Washington, USA; Los Angeles Rams defensive end Aaron Donald (99) and defensive tackle Sebastian Joseph-Day (69) celebrate following a play against the Seattle Seahawks during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
AD is reported to earn approximately, $500,000 just through endorsement deals in a year. However, his investment portfolio is even more impressive. Donald is a sound real estate investor and has been an avid equity investor throughout his NFL career. Recently, he has also inked a deal with billionaire rapper Kanye West's Donda Sports.

<h2 style="text-align: center">Aaron Donald Charity &amp; Foundation</h2>
Aaron Donald's philanthropic efforts are pretty evident through his foundation <a href="https://ad99.org/mission-vision/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Aaron Donald 99 Solutions</a> (aka. AD99 Solutions) which he founded in 2019.


[caption id="attachment_933471" align="aligncenter" width="1500"]<img class="wp-image-933471 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/image-102-17.jpg" alt="LA Rams" width="1500" height="1000" /> ANAHEIM, CA - FEBRUARY 14: In this handout photo provided by Disneyland Resort, (L-R) MVP Cooper Kupp, Aaron Donald and Matthew Stafford of the Los Angeles Rams celebrate their Super Bowl win in a parade down Disneyland's Main Street U.S.A. on February 14, 2022 at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Matt Brown/Disneyland Resort via Getty Images)[/caption]
The mission of his foundation is to "change the trajectory of Pittsburgh's most vulnerable youth by providing necessary resources in a free, safe environment where they can be empowered to excel academically, socially, and athletically."

<h2 class="jsx-3677412058" style="text-align: center">How to Contact Aaron Donald?</h2>
Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/aarondonald99/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">aarondonald99</a>
Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/AaronDonald97" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@AaronDonald97</a>

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<td>Born</td>
<td>May 23, 1991 (age 31)</td>
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<td>Weight</td>
<td>280 lb (127 kg)</td>
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<td>Height</td>
<td>6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)</td>
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<td>Position</td>
<td>Defensive Tackle</td>
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<td>NFL Draft</td>
<td>2014 / Round: 1 / Pick: 13</td>
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<td>Wife</td>
<td>Erica Sherman</td>
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<td>Endorsements</td>
<td>Dick’s Sporting Goods, Electronic Arts, Panini, Nike, Hulu, Snickers</td>
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<td>Agent </td>
<td>Todd France</td>
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<td>Residence</td>
<td>San Fernando Valley area, Los Angeles, California</td>
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<td>NFL Career</td>
<td>St. Louis / Los Angeles Rams (2014–present)</td>
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<td>Super Bowl</td>
<td>Super Bowl (LVI)</td>
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<td>Major Achievement</td>
<td>Super Bowl champion (LVI)

3× NFL Defensive Player of the Year (2017, 2018, 2020)

NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (2014)

7× First-team All-Pro (2015–2021)

8× Pro Bowl (2014–2021)

NFL sacks leader (2018)

NFL 2010s All-Decade Team

PFWA All-Rookie Team (2014)</td>
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Aaron Donald

Aaron Donald 2022: Net Worth, Salary, &amp; Endorsements Aaron Donald is a professional player in the NFL who plays for the Los Angeles Rams as a Defensive Tackle. He is currently one of the most dominating defensive prospects in the league and is regarded as one of the greatest defensive players of all time. In his room of accolades shines three Defensive Player of the Year trophies which he won in 2017, 2018, and 2020 respectively. As of now, he is the reigning Super Bowl Champion with the Los Angeles Rams. Donald was drafted by the St. Louis Rams in the 2014 NFL Draft as the 13th overall pick. He is one of the two players on the team who used to be a part of the St. Louis roster once. Aaron Donald Net Worth According to Celebrity Net Worth, the net worth of the star Rams tackle is expected to be around $60 million. With a whopping average annual salary of at least $30 million, Donald is currently the highest-paid defensive player on the turf. As a rookie, Aaron Donald signed a fully guaranteed $10.13 million for four years which included a $5.69 million signing bonus and a fifth-year option. The contract reaped every dime of it after Donald was named the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year and was named in the NFL All-Rookie Team. Aug 22, 2020; Inglewood California, USA; Los Angeles Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald (99) celebrates during a scrimmage at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports| Reuters In 2018, AD signed a six-year contract extension worth $135 million with $87 million guaranteed making him the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history, until Khalil Mack signed a $141 million deal with Chicago Bears. Before the start of the 2022 season, the Rams re-negotiated his deal, which added $40 million to his original $135 million contract. The re-negotiation made him the first non-QB with an average annual salary of more than $30 million. Aaron Donald Stats According to Pro Football Reference, Aaron Donald has played a total of 131 regular season games in his 9 seasons in the NFL. During those games, AD has recorded 100 sacks, 23 forced fumbles, and seven forced recoveries, along with 295 solo tackles. Dec 27, 2020; Seattle, Washington, USA; Los Angeles Rams defensive end Aaron Donald (99) sacks Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports/Reuters In his eight complete seasons in the NFL, Donald has reached the playoffs four times. He has played a total of 10 postseason games recording six sacks and 18 solo tackles. He won his first Super Bowl in his career in 2022, after a near-miss attempt at the Lombardi trophy in 2019. The 280 lbs beast has been named a Pro Bowler (8) in every season since 2014. He has also been named in the First-Team All-Pro a total of seven times in his career so far. Aaron Donald Endorsements and Investments Being one of the biggest names in the NFL, Aaron Donald endorses a number of big brands like Nike, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Panini, Tide, Hulu, Applebees, EA Sports, Snickers, AirBnB, Hyundai, Pepsi, Pizza Hut, GoPuff, and Tostitos. Oct 7, 2021; Seattle, Washington, USA; Los Angeles Rams defensive end Aaron Donald (99) and defensive tackle Sebastian Joseph-Day (69) celebrate following a play against the Seattle Seahawks during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports AD is reported to earn approximately, $500,000 just through endorsement deals in a year. However, his investment portfolio is even more impressive. Donald is a sound real estate investor and has been an avid equity investor throughout his NFL career. Recently, he has also inked a deal with billionaire rapper Kanye West&#8217;s Donda Sports. Aaron Donald Charity &amp; Foundation Aaron Donald&#8217;s philanthropic efforts are pretty evident through his foundation Aaron Donald 99 Solutions (aka. AD99 Solutions) which he founded in 2019. ANAHEIM, CA &#8211; FEBRUARY 14: In this handout photo provided by Disneyland Resort, (L-R) MVP Cooper Kupp, Aaron Donald and Matthew Stafford of the Los Angeles Rams celebrate their Super Bowl win in a parade down Disneyland&#8217;s Main Street U.S.A. on February 14, 2022 at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Matt Brown/Disneyland Resort via Getty Images) The mission of his foundation is to &#8220;change the trajectory of Pittsburgh&#8217;s most vulnerable youth by providing necessary resources in a free, safe environment where they can be empowered to excel academically, socially, and athletically.&#8221; How to Contact Aaron Donald? Instagram &#8211; aarondonald99 Twitter &#8211; @AaronDonald97  Born May 23, 1991 (age 31)  Weight 280 lb (127 kg)  Height 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)  Position Defensive Tackle  NFL Draft 2014 / Round: 1 / Pick: 13  Wife Erica Sherman  Endorsements Dick’s Sporting Goods, Electronic Arts, Panini, Nike, Hulu, Snickers  Agent  Todd France  Residence San Fernando Valley area, Los Angeles, California  NFL Career St. Louis / Los Angeles Rams (2014–present)  Super Bowl Super Bowl (LVI)  Major Achievement Super Bowl champion (LVI) 3× NFL Defensive Player of the Year (2017, 2018, 2020) NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (2014) 7× First-team All-Pro (2015–2021) 8× Pro Bowl (2014–2021) NFL sacks leader (2018) NFL 2010s All-Decade Team PFWA All-Rookie Team (2014)

WATCH: Aaron Donald’s Super Bowl LVI Winning Sack on Joe Burrow; Burrow Sets Super Bowl Record For Most Sacks

Aaron Donald sacks Joe Burrow for the Super Bowl LVI title