Gerald McCoy believes Aaron Donald will not return from retirement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 12:59 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Gerald McCoy expressed doubt that Aaron Donald will come out of retirement in a recent interview. Donald, who retired after the 2023 season, concluded a highly decorated career that included eight All-Pro selections and a Super Bowl win. McCoy emphasized that Donald has achieved everything in his prime and likely has no motivation to return. He acknowledged that if Donald chose to return, he would likely not be the player fans remember due to time away from the game. The Rams are preparing for training camp with new defensive additions including Myles Garrett and Trent McDuffie.
- •Gerald McCoy doubts Aaron Donald's return to NFL.
- •Donald retired after the 2023 season with eight All-Pro honors.
- •McCoy cites Donald's accomplishments as reasons against a comeback.
- •Rams are adding new players like Myles Garrett and Trent McDuffie.
- •Donald retired in his prime and may not return due to lack of motivation.
- 12:59 PMYahoo Sports — Gerald McCoy doesn't see Aaron Donald coming out of retirement
"Former All-Pro DT Gerald McCoy doesn't think Aaron Donald will come out of retirement, citing all that he's already accomplished.
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