Aaron Donald didn't have to return, but Rams' defensive reboot made it hard to say no

Donald, an eight-time first-team All-Pro, comes out of retirement to join a Rams team that's suddenly stacked on defense.

L.A. Rams fans and TV executives are both smiling today about the same thing. Aaron Donald, the all-world defensive tackle who led the Los Angeles to a Super Bowl victory in 2022, announced today that he will come out of retirement this season. The team confirmed the news by sharing a letter on Rams letterhead…

Donald, 35, will join two-time Defensive Player of the Year and newly acquired Myles Garrett to form an intimidating defensive line.

Sean McVay finally has Aaron Donald back on his defensive line, but his first reaction had little to do with sacks, Super Bowls or what pairing Donald with Myles Garrett could mean for the Rams. “He means a lot to me,” McVay said Sunday after Donald officially returned to the Rams. “And it’s way bigger...

Rams' Aaron Donald's two-word message to Commissioner Roger Goodell should terrify the rest of the NFL  MARCA

Greatness is now the only acceptable outcome for the Rams this season. For a player of Donald's caliber, taking those expectations head on is the only way.

The NFL hasn't had past Defensive Players of the Year team up often, but when they do, that team usually gets to a Super Bowl, which is great news for the 2026 Rams.

Aaron Donald announced his NFL comeback with an Instagram video, rejoining the Los Angeles Rams alongside Myles Garrett for a historic defense.

His wife even posted on social media: "I let him out the house, y'all."

Los Angeles were already Super Bowl favorites Defensive tackle was 10-time Pro Bowler with Rams 35-year-old aiming to win second Super Bowl in LA Aaron Donald, one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history, is coming out of retirement to rejoin his only professional team, the Los Angeles Rams. During a 10-sea

Aaron Donald ends his 2 1/2-year retirement and returns to the Los Angeles Rams  CNN

Aaron Donald has officially come out of retirement and will return for the Los Angeles Rams this season.

Aaron Donald has returned to the Los Angeles Rams, ending his retirement after 2 1/2 years

Aaron Donald ends his 2 1/2-year retirement and returns to the Los Angeles Rams  AP News

Rams' Super Bowl Odds Skyrocket With Aaron Donald Officially Set to Return  Sports Illustrated

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - JANUARY 14: Aaron Donald #99 of the Los Angeles Rams looks on during pregame warmups prior to an NFC Wild Card Playoff football game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on January 14, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Ryan Kang/Getty Images) | Getty Images Aaron Donald is back. According to

What does Aaron Donald's return mean for Rams? We answer 6 questions  ESPN

Donald will join forces this season with fellow former DPOY Myles Garrett

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