The Los Angeles Rams and Tampa Bay Buccaneers will clash on Sunday Night Football in Week 12 at SoFi Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 8:20 p.m. ET on Sunday, Nov. 23. Beyond the high-stakes matchup between two conference contenders, the evening will feature a special halftime tribute celebrating Aaron Donald’s legendary career with the franchise.
Who Will Perform at Halftime During Rams vs. Buccaneers?
The halftime show will showcase a joint performance by the USC Trojan Marching Band and Xzibit, the Los Angeles-based rapper, actor, and television personality, according to therams.com. Their collaboration is part of the Rams’ broader celebration honoring Donald’s 10-year career with the organization. The Buccs offense has been inconsistent, ranking 17th in the league with a PFSN Offense Impact Score of 73.4.
The USC Trojan Marching Band will take the field wearing “99” shirts, a tribute to Donald’s iconic jersey number. The band plans to create several formations recognizing his on-field dominance. Known as “The Spirit of Troy,” the USC band has built a reputation through decades of national and international appearances. The group stands as the only collegiate marching band to earn two platinum records, both through collaborations with Fleetwood Mac on “Tusk” (1979) and “The Dance” (1997).
The band has attended more than 450 consecutive USC football games since 1987 and has performed at prestigious events including the Olympics, the Academy Awards, and the Grammy Awards. Its resume includes collaborations with artists such as Michael Jackson, Beyoncé, Radiohead, and The Offspring, as well as appearances in films and television productions.
Xzibit, whose career launched in the early 1990s, rose to prominence within West Coast hip-hop before expanding into acting and television. His 2000 album “Restless” climbed to No. 12 on the Billboard 200. He became widely recognized as the host of an MTV show and has acted in several films, including “8 Mile” and “Gridiron Gang.” He also appeared in the television series “Empire.” His partnership with the USC band represents a collaboration explicitly designed for the Donald tribute.
What Other Events Will Honor Aaron Donald During the Game?
The halftime performance serves as one element of a comprehensive recognition planned by the Rams. Additional features include Donald’s recorded “Call to Stomp” message, which will be played before kickoff and at the start of the second half.
A designated Section 99 at SoFi Stadium has been reserved for members of the Watts Rams youth football program, connecting Donald’s legacy to the next generation of players.
The team will also participate in the NFL’s “My Cause My Cleats” initiative, with more than 50 players and coaches highlighting charitable causes throughout the weekend. These elements combine to create a memorable evening celebrating one of the franchise’s greatest defensive players.
