Overview
- Donald is expected to make his season debut Monday night and will start but play on a planned rotation with reduced snaps to manage his workload.
- Fox Sports insider Jay Glazer and multiple outlets reported the Rams' rotation plan after Garrett was placed on injured reserve following Week 1.
- Giants rookie right guard Francis 'Sisi' Mauigoa is slated as a primary matchup and enters the game with Next Gen Stats showing zero pressures allowed on 36 pass-block snaps in Week 1.
- The Rams hope Donald’s presence improves run defense and pass rush after surrendering 174 rushing yards and failing to record a sack in the season opener.
- Donald, a future Hall of Famer who has not played since the 2024 postseason, says he feels good and plans to rotate in and out to stay fresh across the season.