Concerns arise over Los Angeles Rams' 2026 season outlook
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

As the Los Angeles Rams prepare for the 2026 season, doubts linger about their potential success despite a strong previous year. The team's performance, which included 12 wins, hinges on quarterback Matthew Stafford, now 38, who may decline in performance due to age. Additionally, the return of defensive star Aaron Donald poses risks. Donald, currently 35 and away from the game for almost three years, may struggle to regain his previous form if he returns, which could impact team dynamics. Concerns around Stafford's age and Donald's potential adjustment create uncertainty for the upcoming season.
- •Rams won 12 games last season with Stafford as MVP.
- •Matthew Stafford is 38, raising concerns about his performance.
- •Aaron Donald, 35, may face challenges after a three-year absence.
- •Donald’s performance could influence team morale and dynamics.
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — 2 Reasons The Los Angeles Rams' 2026 Season Could Be Turbulent
"The general public expects the Los Angeles Rams’ 2026 season to go smoothly. They won 12 games a season ago with their MVP quarterback and added reigning Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett. Aaron Donald is rumored to come back, potentially making it one of the more talented teams of the modern era. What […] The post 2 Reasons The Los Angeles Rams’ 2026 Season Could Be Turbulent appeared first on Stadium Rant.
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