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Aaron Donald’s 2022 contract was crafted to make 2024 retirement easier

Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald has retired. It’s a stunner, but not a surprise. His three-year contract from 2022 specifically was crafted to allow him to walk away after two years, without giving up a penny that he’d already received. From our item at the time: “He gets $65 million over the next two years, with no offset on guarantees. …

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Tennessee football assistants Kesley Pope, Rodney Garner get raises, Willie Martinez just 1 more year

Tennessee football wide receivers coach Kelsey Pope doubled his salary with his new contract. The third-year assistant coach received a raise to $550,000 annually as one of three Tennessee coaches to receive new contracts. UT released the contracts Friday for Pope, defensive line coach Rodney Garner and defensive backs coach Willie Martinez. Garner also received a raise with his new …

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Los Angeles Rams star Aaron Donald announces retirement from NFL

Los Angeles Rams superstar defensive tackle Aaron Donald, a three-time Defensive Player of the Year, announced on Friday that he’s retiring from the NFL. Donald spent his entire 10-year NFL career with the Rams, whom he helped win Super Bowl LVI. He was named All-Pro eight times — missing out only as a rookie and during his injury-marred 2022 season …

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Report: 49ers signing LB Campbell to one-year contract

Report: 49ers signing LB Campbell to one-year contract originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The 49ers appear to have found the linebacker depth they have been searching for. San Francisco is signing former Green Bay Packers linebacker De’Vondre Campbell to a one-year contract, NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport reported Friday, citing a source. Campbell likely will line up next to …

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UF ups Billy Napier’s recruiting budget 45% as investment increases in Gators football

GAINESVILLE — The University of Florida’s strong support of Billy Napier’s football program includes a 45% increase in the recruiting budget to $2.89 million, up from $2 million during his first season. The latest increase doubles the Gators’ recruiting investment under Napier since his arrival, according to the Gators’ 2022-2023 NCAA financial report obtained by the Orlando Sentinel through a …

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‘Quarterbacks rejoice’ as Rams star Aaron Donald retires from NFL

Los Angeles Rams superstar defensive tackle Aaron Donald announced his retirement from the NFL on Friday. The eight-time All-Pro spent the entirety of his 10-year career with the Rams, winning Super LVI with the franchise.  The eight-time All-Pro and former NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year spent much of his time in the league chasing down opposing quarterbacks, having racked …

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Breaking down UF football assistant coaching salaries in 2024

Florida football will spend $6.4 million on its assistant coaching staff and new strength coach Tyler Miles in 2024. Miles is one of five new coaches on staff for the Florida Gators this season, a list that includes offensive line coach Jonathan Decoster, secondary coach Will Harris, defensive line coach Gerald Chatman and co-defensive coordinator/linebackers coach/executive head coach Ron Roberts. …

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Aaron Donald announces his retirement

Aaron Donald has decided to hang up his cleats. After 10 seasons, the three-time AP defensive player of the year and Super Bowl LVI champion has announced his retirement on Friday. “Throughout my career, I have given my everything to football both mentally and physically — 365 days a year was dedicated to becoming the best possible player I could …

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Midwest Spotlight: Five notable visits for top prospects

Visit season is clicking on all cylinders right now and prospects from every corner of the country are taking trips to get a closer look at some of their top programs. We take a look at five of the most surprising and interesting upcoming visits this week, continuing today in the Midwest region. THIS SERIES: Five notable visits for top …

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Fantasy hockey weekend watch – Hot streaks and streaming goalies

Victoria Matiash, Fantasy HockeyMar 15, 2024, 12:00 PM ET CloseESPN.com Fantasy Contributor since 2010Part-time anchor at NEWSTALK1010 With 11 teams facing back-to-back sets this weekend, fantasy managers with streaming flexibility will be spoiled for choice in selecting from a solid crew of quality backups. Like Semyon Varlamov – if the Isles’ No. 2 earns the nod against the Senators, should …

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