pass rush
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The Rams’ pass rush will be aided by the addition of lineman Aaron Donald, the three-time NFL defensive player of the year who will make his season debut after coming out of two-year retirement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 21, 2026
His presence also helped neutralize a Broncos pass rush that led the NFL in sacks in each of the past two seasons.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026
He adjusted to the pass rush by scrambling up the middle for gains of 11 and 15 yards.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 29, 2026
The Chargers already ramped up their pass rush by selecting Miami’s Akheem Mesidor at No. 22, a player widely projected to be off the board by then.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 25, 2026
For the Ravens, Crosby was set to supercharge their pass rush as they chase their first Super Bowl with two-time MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 11, 2026
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