Aaron Donald works out for Rams for second time this summer

Comes days after Rams beat the Chiefs 20-12 to open 1-0

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 161 min read

What happened: Retired defensive tackle Aaron Donald worked out for the Rams for the second time this summer, ESPN reported. The session comes as Los Angeles opens the season 1-0 following a 20-12 win over the Chiefs.

Why it matters: McVay has said he won't set an 'invisible deadline' on a Donald retirement decision, leaving the door open for a return during the season. A repeat workout signals the door remains open on both sides.

By the numbers: Rams: 1-0, scoring 20.0 points per game, allowing 12.0. Chiefs: 0-1, scoring 12.0, allowing 20.0, on a one-game losing streak.

What to watch: Watch for whether the Rams formally add Donald to the roster following this second workout.

Sources

ESPN 2026-08-16T22:22:50.619574+00:00

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