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Aaron Donald returns to Los Angeles Rams for another season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 10:44 PM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Aaron Donald returns to Los Angeles Rams for another season

Summary

Defensive player Aaron Donald announced his return to the Los Angeles Rams for the upcoming NFL season. He confirmed his decision through an Instagram highlight montage and a formal letter to NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. The message, which stated "I'm back," mirrors the announcement made by Michael Jordan in 1995. Donald returns to a defensive unit that includes Myles Garrett, Trent McDuffie, and Jaylen Watson. The Los Angeles Rams are pursuing another championship as SoFi Stadium prepares to host the upcoming Super Bowl. Donald is a 10-time Pro Bowler, eight-time first-team All-Pro, and three-time AP Defensive Player of the Year.

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Status Watch

•Aaron Donald ended his retirement to rejoin the Los Angeles Rams.
•The announcement included a letter to commissioner Roger Goodell referencing Michael Jordan's 1995 return.
•The Los Angeles Rams defensive unit features Myles Garrett, Trent McDuffie, and Jaylen Watson.
•SoFi Stadium is the site of the upcoming Super Bowl.

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10:44 PMYahoo Sports — 'I'm back': Aaron Donald statement calls back to iconic Michael Jordan announcement

What they're saying

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In their latest tweet reveling in the un-retirement of Aaron Donald, the LA Rams posted this callback to one of Michael Jordan's most famous moments.
— Yahoo Sports

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