Aaron Donald takes major step toward Los Angeles Rams return; decision expected soon

Aaron Donald completed a formal 45-minute workout in helmet and pads with the Rams, and a decision on his return to the NFL could be imminent.

TRENDINGNFL training camp updatesCommanders sign Stefon DiggsCunningham controversyFantasy Football Draft KitCollege football top 25Story byFrank SchwabSenior writerWed, August 5, 2026 at 10:43 PM UTC·5 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesRams officially have Aaron Donald in for a workout amid rumors of a returnThi

Aaron Donald officially worked out at the Los Angeles Rams' Woodland Hills facility Wednesday, fueling speculation that the future Hall of Famer could return from retirement for the 2026 NFL season.

Aaron Donald has been retired since March 2024. Ronald Martinez / Getty ImagesAug. 5, 2026 6:20 pm EDT Updated Retired Los Angeles Rams star Aaron Donald had a tryout with his former team Wednesday, per the NFL’s transaction wire, adding to speculation that a comeback could be on the horizon.Labeling Wednesday’s workou

Donald used team equipment during a workout in Los Angeles, requiring the Rams to report his activity on the NFL transaction wire

Aaron Donald tested a potential return with Rams with workout at their facility  USA Today

This might be the first sign that Aaron Donald might come out of retirement.

Sean McVay drops huge hint on Aaron Donald's future as retired Rams star explores lucrative new career  talkSPORT

NFL Training Camp Roundup: Rams Plan for Aaron Donald Return, Injury Bug Bites 49ers Again  Sports Illustrated