Aaron Donald returns to Los Angeles Rams roster before Week 2 game

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Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Aaron Donald returns to Los Angeles Rams roster before Week 2 game
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Aaron Donald is ending a two-year retirement to rejoin the Los Angeles Rams. The three-time Defensive Player of the Year signed a one-year deal worth $20 million with potential for $30 million in incentives. Donald will join a defensive line that features Myles Garrett, who was acquired from Cleveland this past June. The Rams are scheduled to host the New York Giants on September 21 in a primetime matchup at SoFi Stadium. This addition forces the New York Giants to prepare for a defensive front containing both Donald and Garrett. The New York Giants offensive line, including Andrew Thomas and John Michael Schmitz, faces the task of managing the interior pressure as they work to protect quarterback Jaxson Dart.

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  • Aaron Donald signed a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams.
  • The deal includes $20 million in base salary with up to $30 million in incentives.
  • Donald will play alongside edge rusher Myles Garrett.
  • The Los Angeles Rams face the New York Giants at SoFi Stadium on September 21.
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  • 8:09 PMYahoo SportsGiants brace for Aaron Donald's shock return in Week 2 primetime clash
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The New York Giants will face Aaron Donald in Week 2 against the Los Angeles Rams following his shocking return.

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