Rams aim for Aaron Donald return after Myles Garrett trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 3:01 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
On June 1, the Los Angeles Rams traded for Myles Garrett from the Cleveland Browns, bolstering their roster ahead of the 2026-27 NFL season. Following this trade, speculation has risen regarding the potential return of former defensive tackle Aaron Donald from retirement. NFL insider Adam Schefter reported that while the Rams' salary cap is tight, discussions about Donald's possible unretirement could intensify in the coming weeks. Donald, a three-time Defensive Player of the Year, retired after the 2023-24 season but may consider returning under the right circumstances. The Rams now possess significant talent on both sides of the ball as they aim for a successful upcoming season.
- •Rams traded for Myles Garrett on June 1.
- •Speculation grows about Aaron Donald's potential return.
- •Donald retired after the 2023-24 season.
- •Salary cap constraints complicate Rams' ability to sign Donald.
- •Rams viewed as strong NFC contenders after recent moves.
- 3:01 PMYahoo Sports — Rams get major Aaron Donald unretirement update from NFL insider after Myles Garrett trade
- 3:01 PMSporting News — Rams get major Aaron Donald unretirement update from NFL insider after Myles Garrett trade - Yahoo Sports
"The Los Angeles Rams' roster could get even scarier before the start of the 2026-27 season.
"The Los Angeles Rams' roster could get even scarier before the start of the 2026-27 season.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 3:01 PMRams get major Aaron Donald unretirement update from NFL insider after Myles Garrett trade
The Los Angeles Rams' roster could get even scarier before the start of the 2026-27 season.
- Sporting NewsJun 2, 2026, 3:01 PMRams get major Aaron Donald unretirement update from NFL insider after Myles Garrett trade - Yahoo Sports
The Los Angeles Rams' roster could get even scarier before the start of the 2026-27 season.
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