Yeah, I noticed that it was AD who effectively ended those 2 games, and you're correct, I don't think any pundits have noticed or given him the great credit he deserved. Somehow he elevated his game to Godzilla level during the playoffs.
Above Deacon Jones? I am not sure about that but I'm biased as I have a lot of romantic nostalgia for Jones, Olsen, and of course Bacon.
Here are some stats for Mr. Jones which are incredibly impressive:
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Here are some stats for Donald which are also impressive:
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I'd say stat wise Jones has a slight edge, but the Jones-Rams played with 4 excellent DLinemen, while Donald gets doubled a lot.
