Sean McVay Addresses Potential Deadline for Aaron Donald's Return
McVay said the Rams will not pressure Aaron Donald as he weighs a comeback, while a reinstatement deadline remains in place.
- Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay said Saturday he won't put an "invisible deadline" on Aaron Donald to decide on a comeback, emphasizing respect for the former star defensive tackle's decision-making process.
- Donald retired following the 2023 season but has been mulling a return after the Rams acquired Pro Bowler Myles Garrett, maintaining peak physical condition through high-intensity workouts at team facilities in recent weeks.
- After the Rams' 20-12 preseason victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, McVay noted that Donald has earned the right to "have clarity" before making his final decision on playing an 11th season.
- While the Rams must trim rosters to 53 players by Aug. 30, Donald technically can file for reinstatement as late as the Tuesday after Week 13, giving the team flexibility during this waiting period.
- McVay expressed confidence in the current roster regardless of Donald's decision, stating "I feel great about our football team as it currently stands," as the Rams begin their regular season Sept. 10 against San Francisco.
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Rams coach: No ‘invisible deadline’ on Aaron Donald decision - Regional Media News
An "invisible deadline" does not exist for former star defensive tackle Aaron Donald to decide whether he will come out of retirement and rejoin the Los Angeles Rams, head coach Sean McVay said. That said, McVay said he hopes Donald makes a decision "sooner than later." "He's put himself in a position to be able to say yes or no," McVay told the Los Angeles Times after the Rams' 20-12 preseason victory over the Kansas City Chiefs on Saturday. "I…
Sean McVay addresses potential deadline for Aaron Donald's return
Sep 19, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Los Angeles Rams defensive end Aaron Donald (99) on the sideline in the first half against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay addressed whether there is a deadline for Aaron Donald to decide on returning to the team. Donald is still pondering whether or not to come out of retirement after two seasons away fro…
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