Overview
- Donald played a limited, situational role but was effective in his first game back, logging 32 snaps with three tackles including a tackle for loss, one credited pressure, and a 0.75‑second get‑off.
- Monday night’s performance helped the Rams to a 28-6 win and forced the Giants to allocate extra blockers to slow Donald, which created more opportunities for his teammates.
- CBS graded the debut an A‑ for its run‑stopping and timing despite no sack, and analysts cited the quick get‑off and quality of snaps as signs he remains highly capable after a long layoff.
- The Rams said they will continue to manage Donald’s workload with short stints now and a gradual increase expected as the season progresses.
- Donald ended a roughly 2½–3 year retirement by signing a one‑year deal on Aug. 30, and his return was accelerated after Myles Garrett went on injured reserve, a shift that could change the Rams’ defensive outlook this season.