Overview
- Donald completed a formal Rams workout this week that was logged on the NFL transaction wire and has posted video of helmeted, pads and footwork drills at the team facility.
- Multiple outlets report his play‑or‑don’t‑play decision is expected imminently with the public target moved to the end of the week.
- The Rams have a ramp‑up plan modeled on past return strategies that would give Donald several weeks of practice and limit him to roughly 30–40 snaps in Week 1 if he signs.
- Key hurdles remain medical clearance, physical readiness in live practice, and renegotiation of about $30 million tied to his prior contract that will affect roster and cap mechanics.
- If he signs, pairing Donald with recent trade addition Myles Garrett is widely seen by analysts and teammates as a major upgrade to the Rams’ pass rush and title outlook.