Rams explore salary cap moves ahead of potential Aaron Donald return
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 2:05 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The Los Angeles Rams are analyzing salary cap strategies as they aim to accommodate a potential return of defensive tackle Aaron Donald for the 2026 season. Currently, the team has approximately $1.3 million in cap space after acquiring edge rusher Myles Garrett from the Cleveland Browns. Rams head coach Sean McVay has indicated strong interest in bringing Donald back, but the team faces challenges in managing their finances effectively while retaining other young talents. Possible options for cap relief include extending contracts for Kevin Dotson, Puka Nacua, and Kobie Turner, as well as restructuring Alaric Jackson's contract.
- •Rams have $1.3 million in cap space after trading for Myles Garrett.
- •Aaron Donald is considering coming out of retirement for a new season.
- •Sean McVay expresses interest in Donald's potential return.
- •Cap relief might come from extending Dotson, Nacua, and Turner.
- •Restructuring contracts could be necessary for financial flexibility.
- 2:05 PMYahoo Sports — What salary cap moves do the Rams need to make to add Aaron Donald?
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