What happened: Aaron Donald ended a 2½-year retirement Sunday. Playoff incentives can raise the contract's value to $30 million.
Why it matters: Donald is eligible for the Sept. 10 opener, the NFL's first game in Australia. His return adds a three-time Defensive Player of the Year for the upcoming season.
By the numbers: Donald, 35, last played in 2023 and has won three AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year awards.
What to watch: His workload and role in the Sept. 10 opener bear watching next.