Aaron Donald intends to play for Rams against Bills on Monday night
2 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 11:50 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Aaron Donald participated fully in practice on Friday and confirmed his plans to play for the Los Angeles Rams against the Buffalo Bills on Monday night. He missed Week 4 due to back soreness but has reported improvement after a week of rest and treatment. Donald initially skipped practice last week to prepare for his return but was held out against the Eagles. The upcoming game marks a critical moment as the Rams (2-2) look to build on their recent success and face a tough opponent in the Bills. Donald praised Bills quarterback Josh Allen, recognizing his unique abilities and the challenge he presents.
- •Donald practiced fully and feels ready to play Monday night.
- •He missed Week 4 due to back soreness.
- •Rams are currently 2-2 ahead of the matchup.
- •Donald impressed in his previous games with four tackles and a quarterback hit.
- •Rams look to strengthen defense without Myles Garrett.
- 12:37 AMESPN NFL — Rams' Donald plans to play MNF vs. Bills after missing game
- 12:06 AMYahoo Sports — Rams’ Aaron Donald returns to practice before MNF clash with Bills
- 11:44 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Donald thinks he'll play for Rams vs Bills after a short injury setback in his comeback
"With Los Angeles Rams star Aaron Donald missing Week 4 with a back injury , the hope from the fanbase is that he could return for a huge Monday Night Football game against the Buffalo Bills. As a Rams return for Donald against the Bills is wanted , it looks as if those wishes will be granted. According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, Donald logged a […] The post Rams’ Aaron Donald returns to practice before MNF clash with Bills appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"LOS ANGELES (AP) — Aaron Donald's back is feeling much better after a week of rest and treatment, and he plans to play for the Rams against the Buffalo Bills on Monday night after he missed Los Angeles' previous game.His dream pairing with Myles Garrett still does not appear to be in the Rams' immediate future, however.
"Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald practiced in full Friday and said he plans to play Monday night against the Bills after missing Week 4 with back soreness.
Sources
External links- ESPN NFLOct 10, 2026, 12:37 AMRams' Donald plans to play MNF vs. Bills after missing game
Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald practiced in full Friday and said he plans to play Monday night against the Bills after missing Week 4 with back soreness.
- Yahoo SportsOct 10, 2026, 12:06 AMRams’ Aaron Donald returns to practice before MNF clash with Bills
With Los Angeles Rams star Aaron Donald missing Week 4 with a back injury , the hope from the fanbase is that he could return for a huge Monday Night Football game against the Buffalo Bills. As a Rams return for Donald against the Bills is wanted , it looks as if those wishes will be granted. According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, Donald logged a […] The post Rams’ Aaron Donald returns to practice before MNF clash with Bills appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsOct 9, 2026, 11:44 PMAaron Donald thinks he'll play for Rams vs Bills after a short injury setback in his comeback
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Aaron Donald's back is feeling much better after a week of rest and treatment, and he plans to play for the Rams against the Buffalo Bills on Monday night after he missed Los Angeles' previous game.His dream pairing with Myles Garrett still does not appear to be in the Rams' immediate future, however.
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