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Sources: Aaron Donald unretires, reaches $20M deal with Rams
ESPN • • general
Key Points:
- Aaron Donald is coming out of retirement to rejoin the Los Angeles Rams on a one-year deal worth $20 million, with potential playoff incentives increasing the total to $30 million.
- Donald retired in March 2024 after a decorated 10-season career, including three Defensive Player of the Year awards and eight first-team All-Pro selections.
- The Rams' trade for Myles Garrett and Donald's subsequent rigorous workout regimen influenced his decision to return, with head coach Sean McVay praising his outstanding performance during training.
- Donald holds the Rams' franchise record for career sacks and ranks second all-time among defensive tackles with 111 sacks since 1982.
- Super Bowl LXI will be held at the Rams' home stadium, SoFi Stadium, where Donald previously helped the team win Super Bowl LVI four years ago.
