Aaron Donald weighs Rams comeback as coach Sean McVay awaits decision
Defensive tackle Aaron Donald retired in March 2024 after ten seasons with the Los Angeles Rams, finishing with 111 career sacks, eight first‑team All‑Pro selections and a Pro Bowl berth in every season. Two years out of the league, Donald has begun a strict, NFL‑level training regimen to gauge whether his body can handle another season.
Rams head coach Sean McVay said at the opening of training camp that no decision has been made; the team will respect whatever choice Donald makes. He added that if Donald feels good he will be “ready to rock” and the franchise is prepared to welcome him back. The speculation intensified after Los Angeles acquired pass rusher Myles Garrett, prompting renewed talk of a Donald‑Garrett defensive tandem.
Entities: Aaron Donald · Los Angeles Rams · Myles Garrett · National Football League · Sean McVay
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- [● 3 SOURCES] He earned eight first‑team All‑Pro selections and a Pro Bowl berth every season. (All articles)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Coach Sean McVay says no decision has been made on Donald’s comeback. (All articles)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Donald is undergoing a strict training program to assess a possible return. (All articles)
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Rams acquired Myles Garrett in June 2024. (All articles)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Aaron Donald retired in March 2024 after ten NFL seasons with the Los Angeles Rams. (All articles)
- [● 3 SOURCES] McVay said if Donald feels good he will be “ready to rock.” (All articles)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Donald finished his career with 111 sacks. (All articles)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Donald last played in the 2023 season, recording eight sacks and 53 tackles. (All articles)