Aaron Donald's Rams comeback causes concern about expectations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 9:48 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
The Los Angeles Rams have left the possibility open for Aaron Donald’s return after he reportedly worked out with the team recently. ESPN analyst Ben Solak cautioned that while Donald is a formidable player, expectations should be tempered due to his age and two-year absence from the field. Solak characterized the Rams and Donald as 'most likely to break your heart,' remarking on the challenges of returning to elite performance. Rams coach Sean McVay noted that Donald looked 'outstanding' during the workout, although Donald has yet to finalize his decision to come back. The Rams added Myles Garrett to their defense, which performed well last season, finishing fourth in defensive DVOA.
- •Aaron Donald is contemplating a return to the Rams after two seasons away.
- •Ben Solak warns against high expectations for Donald's comeback.
- •Donald is training to potentially join a defense that includes Myles Garrett.
- •Rams coach Sean McVay praised Donald's performance in a recent workout.
- •The Rams ranked fourth in defensive DVOA last season without Donald.
- 9:48 PMYahoo Sports — LA Rams’ Aaron Donald’s Comeback Draws ‘Break Your Heart’ Warning
"The Los Angeles Rams have left the door open for Aaron Donald, and the possibility of one of the best defensive players in NFL history returning has only pushed expectations higher.ESPN analyst Ben Solak, however, believes some caution is warranted.In his training camp superlatives for ESPN, Solak named Donald and the Rams “most likely to […] The post LA Rams’ Aaron Donald’s Comeback Draws ‘Break Your Heart’ Warning appeared first on HEAVY.
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