{
  "id": 1596427,
  "title": "Sean McVay: Aaron Donald's second \"tryout\" is part of his process",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/sean-mcvay-aaron-donalds-second-tryout-is-part-of-his-process",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-18T00:04:43.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/sean-mcvay-aaron-donalds-second-000443071.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Aaron Donald is undergoing a second workout with the Rams as he ponders whether to return to the NFL after a stint of inactivity. Coach Sean McVay addressed the matter, noting that team personnel and equipment were present during the session, as mandated by league regulations. McVay emphasized that the workout is simply part of Donald's ongoing process, adding that it follows a similar format to his initial evaluation on August 5. The three-time Defensive Player of the Year initially entertained the idea of a comeback after the Rams acquired Myles Garrett, but has not yet made a decision. The Rams are not pressuring Donald to commit to a timeline, as they continue to monitor his progress. Based on his recent activities, it seems likely that Donald is leaning towards a return, unless personal factors influence his decision otherwise.",
  "summary": "Aaron Donald had a second workout at the Rams' team facility as he continues to decide whether to unretire.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "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."
}