Aaron Donald works out with Rams, considers NFL return
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 10:43 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Aaron Donald conducted a workout with the Los Angeles Rams on August 5, 2026, marking a potential return to the NFL since his retirement in 2023. Although he did not wear pads, Donald's use of team equipment required the Rams to log his activity on the NFL transaction wire. He aims to demonstrate his physical fitness and could possibly join the Rams for training camp soon. Donald's motivation for return increased after the Rams traded for Myles Garrett, enhancing the team's defensive lineup. Assuming his physical assessments are positive, he may contribute to the Rams later in the season.
- •Donald worked out with Rams on August 5, 2026.
- •Workout requires Rams to file an NFL transaction report.
- •His last NFL season was 2023, ending with All-Pro honors.
- •Donald considers return after trade for Myles Garrett.
- •Potential contributions could come mid-season.
- 10:43 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Donald works out for the Rams in latest step on comeback path
- 9:40 PMCBS NFL — Aaron Donald works out with Rams as potential NFL return gains momentum
"Aaron Donald formally worked out for the Los Angeles Rams on Wednesday, presumably taking one of the final steps before the superstar defensive tackle decides whether to end his 2 1/2-year retirement. The 35-year-old Donald participated in a hosted workout with the Rams, according to the league's official transaction wire, which records such workouts with free agents before their possible signings to NFL rosters. Donald has been working out at the Rams' Woodland Hills training complex and at home for several weeks in his attempt to return to NFL shape.
"Donald used team equipment during a workout in Los Angeles, requiring the Rams to report his activity on the NFL transaction wire
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 10:43 PMAaron Donald works out for the Rams in latest step on comeback path
Aaron Donald formally worked out for the Los Angeles Rams on Wednesday, presumably taking one of the final steps before the superstar defensive tackle decides whether to end his 2 1/2-year retirement. The 35-year-old Donald participated in a hosted workout with the Rams, according to the league's official transaction wire, which records such workouts with free agents before their possible signings to NFL rosters. Donald has been working out at the Rams' Woodland Hills training complex and at home for several weeks in his attempt to return to NFL shape.
- CBS NFLAug 5, 2026, 9:40 PMAaron Donald works out with Rams as potential NFL return gains momentum
Donald used team equipment during a workout in Los Angeles, requiring the Rams to report his activity on the NFL transaction wire
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