Overview
- Video posted by TMZ and confirmed by multiple outlets shows Donald doing ladder drills, medicine-ball throws and agility work on the Rams’ Woodland Hills practice field for about an hour.
- Donald has publicly said he is “flirting with the idea” of returning to play and the Rams’ recent trade for Myles Garrett has been cited as the catalyst for his renewed interest.
- Rams coach Sean McVay has been in contact with Donald and Garrett has said he expects to speak with him, but no contract, roster move or formal commitment has been announced.
- Reporters and analysts note one workout does not equal unretirement because Donald frequently trains and he is 35 with two years away from regular play, which raises health and workload concerns.
- If Donald signs, teams expect a negotiated, limited snap role to protect his body and complex salary-cap and roster mechanics will need to be resolved before training camp or the regular season.