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Rams prepare for season roster with uncertain status of Aaron Donald

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 10:59 PM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Rams prepare for season roster with uncertain status of Aaron Donald

Summary

With the NFL season set to begin in 16 days, the Los Angeles Rams are making roster plans amid uncertainty regarding defensive tackle Aaron Donald’s return. Coach Sean McVay stated the team is preparing two versions of their 53-player roster: one including Donald and one without him. Donald, a three-time Defensive Player of the Year, has been contemplating a comeback since the Rams acquired Myles Garrett. McVay mentioned that conversations about Donald’s ramp-up plan will occur if he decides to return.

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Status Watch

•Rams open the season in 16 days.
•Donald has not played in the NFL since 2023.
•McVay emphasizes plans for rosters with and without Donald.
•Donald started considering a comeback after the Rams traded for Garrett.

Latest Updates

10:59 PMNBCSports.com — With Aaron Donald undecided, Rams prepping for 53-player rosters with and without him - NBC Sports
10:57 PMYahoo Sports — With Aaron Donald undecided, Rams prepping for 53-player rosters with and without him

What they're saying

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The Rams open the season in 16 days, and defensive tackle Aaron Donald still has not reached a decision about his return.
— NBCSports.comby Charean Williams