Overview
- The Rams’ trade for Myles Garrett in early June prompted renewed outreach to retired defensive tackle Aaron Donald and fresh public talk about a comeback.
- Rams coach Sean McVay and general manager Les Snead confirmed they have communicated with Donald about the opportunity to rejoin the team.
- Donald privately told NFL insider Jordan Schultz that he is “flirting with the idea” of unretiring and said a Super Bowl chance at SoFi Stadium makes the possibility appealing.
- Former teammate Cooper Kupp publicly said he texted Donald that he is “not allowed” to return, while Donald’s wife posted a lighthearted video suggesting he was still resting at home.
- No formal unretirement or contract talks have been announced, and any return would require Donald to end his retirement and agree to roster and contract terms that the Rams and player must finalize.