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Aaron Donald to miss Rams’ opener, return Week 2

9/9/2026

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Donald Misses Opener

Aaron Donald will miss the Rams' Thursday night season opener in Australia.
Coach Sean McVay said the decision protects Donald’s long-term health.
Donald signed with the Rams on Aug. 30 after two seasons of retirement.
He plans to return for Week 2 on Sept. 21 at SoFi Stadium versus the Giants.
The Rams will rotate Braden Fiske, Poona Ford and Kobie Turner on the interior line.

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Donald Misses Opener

Aaron Donald will miss the Rams' Thursday night season opener in Australia.
Coach Sean McVay said the decision protects Donald’s long-term health.
Donald signed with the Rams on Aug. 30 after two seasons of retirement.
He plans to return for Week 2 on Sept. 21 at SoFi Stadium versus the Giants.
The Rams will rotate Braden Fiske, Poona Ford and Kobie Turner on the interior line.

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