Rams' Myles Garrett trade sparks speculation about Aaron Donald's potential return
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 4:33 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Los Angeles Rams' trade for Myles Garrett has led to renewed speculation about Aaron Donald's possible return to the team. Donald, who retired two years ago after a celebrated career, has not explicitly ruled out the idea of coming back. Discussions about Donald's unretirement have emerged following the acquisition of Garrett, a player of similar caliber. Financial implications for the Rams could complicate any potential return, as they would have to navigate salary cap challenges that come with adding Donald to their roster alongside Garrett.
- •Aaron Donald retired two years ago after a successful career.
- •The Rams traded for defensive star Myles Garrett.
- •Donald has hinted at a possible return but has not confirmed it.
- •Financial constraints may affect the Rams' ability to bring back Donald.
- •Garrett's trade has reignited discussions about Donald's unretirement.
- 4:33 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Donald's ex-teammate says Rams legend really might unretire for Myles Garrett
- 3:01 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Donald comeback buzz reignited following Rams’ Myles Garrett blockbuster trade
- 7:41 PMYahoo Sports — Could Aaron Donald unretire? Why fans are clamoring for former Rams superstar to join Myles Garrett in L.A.
- 6:16 PMYahoo Sports — Could Aaron Donald unretire after the Rams' Myles Garrett trade?
"There is growing speculation that future Hall of Fame defensive tackle Aaron Donald could unretire and join the Los Angeles Rams following the blockbuster trade for Myles Garrett.
"Here's how realistic a return is for one of the NFL's greatest defensive players to rejoin his old team.
"It's starting to seem like Aaron Donald really can't resist a chance to team up with Myles Garrett.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 4:33 PMAaron Donald's ex-teammate says Rams legend really might unretire for Myles Garrett
It's starting to seem like Aaron Donald really can't resist a chance to team up with Myles Garrett.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 3:01 PMAaron Donald comeback buzz reignited following Rams’ Myles Garrett blockbuster trade
There is growing speculation that future Hall of Fame defensive tackle Aaron Donald could unretire and join the Los Angeles Rams following the blockbuster trade for Myles Garrett.
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 7:41 PMCould Aaron Donald unretire? Why fans are clamoring for former Rams superstar to join Myles Garrett in L.A.
Here's how realistic a return is for one of the NFL's greatest defensive players to rejoin his old team.
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 6:16 PMCould Aaron Donald unretire after the Rams' Myles Garrett trade?
An Aaron Donald and Myles Garrett pass-rushing duo would be SO scary.
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