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Aaron Donald comes out of retirement, joins Myles Garrett with Rams on a 1-year, $20 million deal
Yahoo Sports • • general
Key Points:
- Aaron Donald has come out of retirement to rejoin the Los Angeles Rams, signing a one-year contract worth $20 million with up to $10 million in incentives.
- His return follows the Rams' blockbuster trade for defensive star Myles Garrett, aiming to create a dominant defensive line.
- Donald retired in March 2024 after missing two seasons but has been training for the past 12-13 weeks to return at a high level of performance.
- The 35-year-old defensive tackle has 111 career sacks and was part of the Rams' 2022 Super Bowl-winning team.
- Donald's Hall of Fame eligibility has reset due to his return, requiring five years out of the league before he can be considered again.
