Aaron Donald returns to Los Angeles Rams roster for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 6:50 AM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Defensive tackle Aaron Donald has ended his retirement and signed a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams. The deal is worth $20 million with incentives that could increase his total earnings to $30 million. This return follows a series of defensive upgrades for the Rams, including the acquisitions of Myles Garrett and Trent McDuffie. Former Pro Bowl wide receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh stated the team now faces high expectations to contend for a title given the depth added to the roster. Donald stated he has completed a rigorous training regimen and does not feel any physical decline after his time away from the league. The Rams are scheduled to face the Philadelphia Eagles on October 4, 2026, at Lincoln Financial Field.
- •Aaron Donald signed a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Rams.
- •The contract carries a $20 million base salary with potential for $30 million total.
- •The Rams previously added Myles Garrett and Trent McDuffie to the defense.
- •Los Angeles plays against the Philadelphia Eagles on October 4, 2026.
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"Aaron Donald’s decision to return to the NFL has raised expectations around the Los Angeles Rams, especially after their busy offseason. The former Defensive Player of the Year retired in March 2024 but is now back in Los Angeles on a one-year, $20 million contract that can reach $30 million with incentives.
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