Rams' Unique Situation Means They're Readying 2 Different Rosters

The Los Angeles Rams find themselves in a unique situation as they prepare for the NFL season, having to create two distinct rosters. With the August 30 deadline looming, the team faces an added challenge: the potential return of former defensive end Aaron Donald. The Rams have traded for star pass rusher Myles Garrett, and the possibility of pairing him with Donald has piqued the interest of football fans and the Rams organization alike.

However, the Rams are currently uncertain about Donald's intentions. As reported by Benjamin Royer of the Orange County Register, there is no update on when Donald will make a decision on returning to the NFL after more than two years of retirement.

In response to this uncertainty, the Rams have plans for a final 53-man roster both with and without Donald. Head coach Sean McVay emphasized that the team has thought about the various scenarios and hasn't delved into what a Donald return would look like in the upcoming season opener against the San Francisco 49ers on September 10. McVay stated that if Donald decides to return, the team will focus on his ramp-up and how he can best contribute to the team.

For McVay, who has had to adapt over his 10-year career, the key is to remain focused on the present and take things one day at a time.