Rams face $30 million question before Aaron Donald comeback

A decision remains pending as training camp opens

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 281 min read

Before Aaron Donald could and would return to the Rams, both sides would need to address his current contractual situati Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: Aaron Donald is weighing whether to come out of retirement for the 2026 season. Sean McVay said Saturday that Donald is following a strict training process before deciding.

Why it matters: Resolving the existing deal would determine how a comeback fits into the Rams' roster and salary cap. Until then, a return remains conditional.

By the numbers: Donald remains under contract for $30 million after retiring before the deal expired.

What to watch: Watch for Donald's decision and any revised contract terms before he rejoins the roster.

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@AdamSchefter 2026-07-28T18:11:00.159346+00:00

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