{
  "id": 555617,
  "title": "Hall of Famers not sold on Aaron Donald comeback. But they hope to see it | Opinion",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/11/hall-of-famers-not-sold-on-aaron-donald-comeback-but-they-hope-to-see",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-11T10:20:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/hall-famers-not-sold-aaron-102048824.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "CANTON, Ohio – The thought of Aaron Donald, a three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year, possibly returning to play for the Los Angeles Rams has fans and former players buzzing. Donald, 35, retired after the 2023 season and is contemplating a comeback that could reunite him with fellow defensive star Myles Garrett. Bruce Smith, the NFL's all-time career sack leader, believes that having Donald and Garrett back on the defensive line would make it difficult for opponents to match up against them. Greene, another Hall of Famer, noted that Donald's natural movement and skill set made him one of the best at the position, but acknowledged the challenge of returning to form after nearly three years off. Warren Sapp, a former NFL Defensive Player of the Year, expressed skepticism about Donald's chances, stating that it would be \"good luck\" for him. Health concerns also play a factor, with Charles Haley mentioning that Donald's body gave out during his own playing days. Ultimately, Greene believes that Donald's decision to return should be based on his heart, passion, and readiness to train and compete at the highest level.",
  "summary": "Aaron Donald, a three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year who retired after the 2023 season, is contemplating a return. \"Good luck,\" says Warren Sapp.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": "https://urgent.news/ill/555617.png",
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Aaron Donald’s final word might take longer than expected",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/11/aaron-donalds-final-word-might-take-longer-than-expected",
        "published": "2026-08-11T10:19:09.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "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."
}