Rams activate Aaron Donald for NFL opener

His one-year deal starts at $20 million.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 11 min read

“A Week 2 or 3 debut looks more likely than Week 1.” @DanGrazianoESPN on when he believes Aaron Donald might step onto Via @ESPNNFL on X

What happened: The Los Angeles Rams activated Aaron Donald after expectations had pointed to a Week 2 or Week 3 debut.

Why it matters: Donald’s availability gives Los Angeles its veteran defensive centerpiece for the start of the 2026 season.

What to watch: Watch for Donald’s workload and role in the opener.

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