Aaron Donald works out with Rams as NFL return decision nears
11 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 9:38 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Los Angeles Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald conducted another workout at the Rams facility on August 15, 2026, amidst speculation about his potential return to the NFL. Donald's decision remains uncertain, with factors including his age, contract details, and fitness level playing critical roles. Former teammates have noted his impressive performance during workouts, suggesting he has retained his skills after time away from the game. Initially expected to announce his decision earlier this week, the timeline has stretched with no definitive statement yet on his status regarding the upcoming season.
- •Donald worked out with Rams teammates Braden Fiske and Desjuan Johnson.
- •He has not played for two seasons but reportedly shows good form.
- •Donald is on the reserve/retired list and can wait until after Week 13 to decide.
- •His current contract is worth $30 million, requiring negotiated terms for a return.
- 9:52 PMESPN NFL — Donald to continue workouts as decision looms
- 9:19 PMYahoo Sports — Sean McVay on Aaron Donald: Think he'll keep working out, hope to have answer soon
- 1:49 AMYahoo Sports — Aaron Donald takes another step toward return to Rams
- 10:13 PMESPN — Retired Donald works out for Rams for 2nd time
- 9:27 PMNBCSports.com — Aaron Donald worked out at Rams facility for a second time - nbcsports.com
- 9:20 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Donald works out with Rams again as decision to return to NFL looms
- 9:20 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Donald works out for Rams again; Sean McVay hopes for decision on his NFL return 'sooner than later'
- 9:18 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Donald worked out at Rams facility for a second time
"It’s been a will-they-won’t-they situation for the Los Angeles Rams and defensive tackle Aaron Donald over the past several weeks as the three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year decides whether or not he will unretire from the league and play another season with the Rams. That situation seems to have progressed this week. This…
"Rams pass rusher Aaron Donald reportedly had another workout with the Rams at their facility as his decision still looms. The post Aaron Donald Works Out Again at Rams Facility As NFL Return Looms appeared first on LA Sports Report.
"The Rams have reported a pair of workouts for Aaron Donald in recent weeks and there will likely be more to come before the defensive tackle makes a decision on playing in 2026.
Sources
External links- ESPN NFLAug 20, 2026, 9:52 PMDonald to continue workouts as decision looms
Rams head coach Sean McVay said he anticipates more workouts from Aaron Donald before the defensive tackle decides whether to come out of retirement.
- Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 9:19 PMSean McVay on Aaron Donald: Think he'll keep working out, hope to have answer soon
The Rams have reported a pair of workouts for Aaron Donald in recent weeks and there will likely be more to come before the defensive tackle makes a decision on playing in 2026.
- Yahoo SportsAug 18, 2026, 1:49 AMAaron Donald takes another step toward return to Rams
It’s been a will-they-won’t-they situation for the Los Angeles Rams and defensive tackle Aaron Donald over the past several weeks as the three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year decides whether or not he will unretire from the league and play another season with the Rams. That situation seems to have progressed this week. This…
- ESPNAug 16, 2026, 10:13 PMRetired Donald works out for Rams for 2nd time
Aaron Donald worked out for the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday as he continues his process to determine whether he wants to come out of retirement.
- NBCSports.comAug 16, 2026, 9:27 PMAaron Donald worked out at Rams facility for a second time - nbcsports.com
Aaron Donald initially worked out at the Rams team facility on Aug. 5 to evaluate how he felt.
- Yahoo SportsAug 16, 2026, 9:20 PMAaron Donald works out with Rams again as decision to return to NFL looms
Former defensive tackle Aaron Donald worked out with the Los Angeles Rams again on Aug. 16 as the team awaits decision from the future Hall of Famer.
- Yahoo SportsAug 16, 2026, 9:20 PMAaron Donald works out for Rams again; Sean McVay hopes for decision on his NFL return 'sooner than later'
The clock is ticking on Donald's decision on whether or not to return to football. When will he make the call?
- Yahoo SportsAug 16, 2026, 9:18 PMAaron Donald worked out at Rams facility for a second time
Aaron Donald initially worked out at the Rams team facility on Aug. 5 to evaluate how he felt.
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 4:44 PMAaron Donald Works Out Again at Rams Facility As NFL Return Looms
Rams pass rusher Aaron Donald reportedly had another workout with the Rams at their facility as his decision still looms. The post Aaron Donald Works Out Again at Rams Facility As NFL Return Looms appeared first on LA Sports Report.
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