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Rams Coach Says Aaron Donald Weighs Unretirement Decision

7/26/2026

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Donald Weighs Return

Rams head coach Sean McVay says Aaron Donald is in a training program to decide whether to unretire.
Donald retired in March 2024 after ten seasons with 111 sacks, a Defensive Player of the Year award and eight All-Pro honors.
The Rams added Myles Garrett in June 2026 after his 23 sacks in 2025.
McVay said Donald will return only if his body feels good.

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Historical Context

In March 2008 Brett Favre formally retired after 20 seasons, a move that sparked a high-profile comeback saga, including a July trade to the Minnesota Vikings. His 500-touchdown career and 321 consecutive starts showed how a star’s return can reshape a franchise’s salary-cap planning and media focus. The Los Angeles Rams now face a similar crossroads with Aaron Donald’s possible unretirement and Myles Garrett’s signing.

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Donald Weighs Return

Rams head coach Sean McVay says Aaron Donald is in a training program to decide whether to unretire.
Donald retired in March 2024 after ten seasons with 111 sacks, a Defensive Player of the Year award and eight All-Pro honors.
The Rams added Myles Garrett in June 2026 after his 23 sacks in 2025.
McVay said Donald will return only if his body feels good.

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