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Aaron Donald weighs Australia opener, decision day-by-day

9/8/2026

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Donald Weighs Return

Aaron Donald is weighing playing in the Rams’ season-opener in Australia.
He says he feels great and is taking a day-by-day approach.
Donald has not played an NFL snap since the Jan. 14, 2024 playoff loss.
Rams head coach Sean McVay and defensive coordinator Chris Shula said his participation will be decided day by day.

Summary

Nacua Faces Lawsuit

Puka Nacua faces a civil lawsuit alleging assault, battery and an antisemitic remark after a New Year’s Eve incident.
Los Angeles City Attorney routed the case to a pre-filing diversion program, with no criminal charges filed.
Attorney Levi McCathern II says the bite was consensual horseplay and denies any antisemitic comment.
After the allegations, Nacua entered rehab, is in his fourth rookie-deal year and seeks a contract extension.

History

Historical Context

In August 2007 NFL commissioner Roger Goodell suspended Michael Vick indefinitely after Vick pleaded guilty to a federal dog-fighting conspiracy, resulting in a 23-month prison sentence and the seizure of 66 dogs. That disciplinary precedent guides the league’s response to current legal and health issues, such as the January 14 2024 roster moves involving Rams tackle Aaron Donald and rookie Puka Nacua.

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Donald Weighs Return

Aaron Donald is weighing playing in the Rams’ season-opener in Australia.
He says he feels great and is taking a day-by-day approach.
Donald has not played an NFL snap since the Jan. 14, 2024 playoff loss.
Rams head coach Sean McVay and defensive coordinator Chris Shula said his participation will be decided day by day.

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