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Aaron Donald Decision Updates: Latest Rumors, News For Rams Return

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Coach Sean McVay and the Los Angeles Rams returned to their practice facility in Woodland Hills for the next step of their preseason preparations.

The team had previously spent the past two weeks at Loyola Marymount University for training camp. The biggest storyline remains the status of Aaron Donald and whether he will return for a potential championship run this season.

McVay had previously stated that there would be an update on Donald’s potential return when the team was back in Woodland Hills.

That wait continues as the Rams did not provide an update on the first day back at the team's headquarters.

Donald was in the Rams’ presence and was listed as participating in a tryout for the team earlier in the week.

According to NFL rules, the Rams were required to report any player workout on the league transaction wire if the player uses team equipment, such as a helmet.

USA TODAY Sports will have live updates and the latest rumors on Aaron Donald and his pending decision to rejoin the L.A. Rams:

L.A. Rams preseason schedule

  • Joint practice with Cowboys on Aug. 11
  • Joint practice with Saints on Aug. 20

Preseason games

  • Preseason Week 1: Saturday, Aug. 15, at Kansas City Chiefs, 4 p.m. ET
  • Preseason Week 2: Saturday, Aug. 22, vs. New Orleans Saints, 4 p.m. ET
  • Preseason Week 3: Thursday, Aug. 27, at Los Angeles Chargers, 10 p.m. ET

Myles Garrett on potentially playing with Aaron Donald

09:44 AM ET, August 9 2026, James H. Williams

Myles Garrett admitted that he has spent some time thinking about the possibility of playing alongside Aaron Donald this upcoming season.

“A little bit now and then, but I try to live in the moment," Garrett told ESPN LA 710 Radio. "... Once (Donald) gets here, man. We will absolutely make the most of it and dial it up."

.@Flash_Garrett + this team. Name a better @rams defense...????

Now add @AaronDonald97 ???? #rams#nflpic.twitter.com/ewHR62U5Ut

— ESPN Los Angeles (@ESPNLosAngeles) August 6, 2026

Aaron Donald continues to work out

09:02 AM ET, August 9 2026, James H. Williams

Aaron Donald was at the UCLA football facility on Friday, Aug. 7.

Donald continues to work his way toward a potential return for the Los Angeles Rams. The former Defensive Player of the Year also met with some younger players on campus after his workout.

Caught Aaron Donald @ UCLA training today this gives me a feeling he is definitely coming back. My lil nephews asked the question. Let’s go!! @AaronDonald97#ramshouse#nflpic.twitter.com/8sD0K4YVln

— Poko (@Iampoko_t) August 7, 2026

Aaron Donald decision could come soon

08:21 AM ET, August 9 2026, Gabe Zaldivar

Mike Florio, on PFT Live, gave his assessment of the Aaron Donald situation. According to his reporting, a decision could come in the coming days.

And if he does return, the intriguing aspect is the Rams would reportedly want him involved to the tune of 30-40 snaps in Week 1.

If Aaron Donald is indeed coming back, official word could be coming very soon. And the goal would be to have him play 30-40 snaps in Week 1. pic.twitter.com/47HMQZgMOk

— PFT Live (@PFT_Live) August 7, 2026

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Aaron Donald decision updates: Latest rumors, news for Rams return

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