{
  "id": 1434181,
  "title": "Rams’ HC Sean McVay on Aaron Donald’s timeline to decide on NFL return after second workout",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/17/rams-hc-sean-mcvay-on-aaron-donalds-timeline-to-decide-on-nfl-return",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-17T06:20:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/rams-hc-sean-mcvay-aaron-062011942.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay discussed the possibility of star defensive tackle Aaron Donald returning for the 2026 NFL season after his retirement in 2024. Donald, who spent 10 years with the Rams including three Defensive Player of the Year awards and Super Bowl LVI, walked away from the game at 32 but has recently reconsidered joining the team. After the Rams acquired reigning Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett, Donald has seriously thought about returning for one more Super Bowl run. McVay spoke to reporters after practice and explained that Donald has been given the space to make his decision, emphasizing that there is no pressure on him. The coach revealed that they have had tentative discussions with Donald about potential dates but would not impose any unspoken deadlines. McVay believes the team is in a strong position, and Donald's return would only enhance their chances of winning the Super Bowl. Donald attended his second workout of the Rams' training camp on Sunday as he continues to deliberate this decision.",
  "summary": "Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay discussed the potential of Aaron Donald returning for the 2026 NFL season after his retirement in 2024. Donald spent 10 years with the Rams, winning three Defensive Player of the Year awards and Super Bowl LVI.",
  "key_points": [
    "Sean McVay discusses Aaron Donald's potential return for 2026 NFL season.",
    "Donald given space to make decision, no pressure from team.",
    "Donald attended second workout, considering return for Super Bowl run."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The possibility of Aaron Donald's return puts the Rams in a stronger position to win the Super Bowl, with his addition potentially elevating their chances.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}