Rams confirm Aaron Donald's return for Week 2 matchup against Giants
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 7:36 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay announced that defensive tackle Aaron Donald will return to the field for the Week 2 Monday Night Football game against the New York Giants. Donald, who had previously announced plans to return, last played two seasons ago, and McVay supported his comeback. The Rams are looking to avoid starting the season 0-2 after losing their Week 1 matchup to the San Francisco 49ers. Donald's return aims to bolster the Rams' defense, especially after Myles Garrett was placed on injured reserve recently.
- •Aaron Donald confirmed to return against the Giants on Monday Night Football.
- •Sean McVay supports Donald's comeback after two seasons away.
- •The Rams lost their Week 1 game to the 49ers.
- •Myles Garrett has been placed on injured reserve.
- 7:36 PMCBS NFL — Aaron Donald returning for Rams' Week 2 matchup with Giants, Sean McVay confirms
- 7:10 PMYahoo Sports — Rams' Sean McVay confirms Aaron Donald rumor for Week 2 matchup
"Donald will make his season debut Monday night, giving Los Angeles a major reinforcement along its defensive front
"This confirmation from McVay makes it clear when Donald's debut will be.
Sources
External links- CBS NFLSep 19, 2026, 7:36 PMAaron Donald returning for Rams' Week 2 matchup with Giants, Sean McVay confirms
Donald will make his season debut Monday night, giving Los Angeles a major reinforcement along its defensive front
- Yahoo SportsSep 19, 2026, 7:10 PMRams' Sean McVay confirms Aaron Donald rumor for Week 2 matchup
This confirmation from McVay makes it clear when Donald's debut will be.
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