Aaron Donald, Rams reunion nearing reality with official workout
After publishing: 3 headlines quietly rewritten3 changes
- presstelegram.comseen 3 Sept, 00:00headline rewritten
With Aaron Donald's return, are the Rams unstoppable?Alexander: With Aaron Donald’s return, are the Rams unstoppable? - dailybulletin.comseen 3 Sept, 03:25headline rewritten
With Aaron Donald's return, are the Rams unstoppable?Alexander: With Aaron Donald’s return, are the Rams unstoppable? - sgvtribune.comseen 3 Sept, 03:26headline rewritten
With Aaron Donald's return, are the Rams unstoppable?Alexander: With Aaron Donald’s return, are the Rams unstoppable?
The headline, as it mutated - 7 wordings
- 6 Aug, 00:14Aaron Donald, Rams reunion nearing reality with official workout4 outlets
- 28 Aug, 13:38Rams' Preseason Ends With No Donald Decision1 outlet
- 30 Aug, 22:26Aaron Donald Returns To Los Angeles Rams2 outlets
- 31 Aug, 14:35Donald Signing Makes Rams Huge Super Bowl Favorites1 outlet
- 31 Aug, 23:40Alexander: With Aaron Donald’s return, are the Rams unstoppable?3 outlets
- 4 Sept, 18:44Aaron Donald's Status For Rams' Opener TBD1 outlet
- and 27 other wordings across 33 reports
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How it spread - 63 original reports, 5 reprints
Thu, 6 August 2026
3 reports- 953thescore.com00:14first to report
Aaron Donald worked out for the Rams on Wednesday, the strongest indication yet the three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year is tapping out on retirement.Word of Donald's workout appeared on the NFL's official transaction log released at 4 p.m. ET d...
3 reprints
- ktop1490.com6 Aug, 00:14their copy
- krro.com6 Aug, 00:19their copy
- kwsn.com6 Aug, 00:19their copy
- Google News - Top Stories00:36
Aaron Donald logs official workout with the Rams NBC Sports Donald officially works out for Rams as comeback nears NFL.com The Retired NFL Star on the Verge of a Comeback to Chase Another Super Bowl WSJ Sean McVay on Aaron Donald’s Rams tryout: ‘I think he can make the team’ nytimes.com NFL Catchup: Another Donald Update; Diggs Finds New Home; Texans Welcome Back A WR FOX Sports
- Google News - Top Stories01:39
Sean McVay on Aaron Donald’s tryout: I think he could make the team NBC Sports Aaron Donald officially works out for Rams as potential comeback nears | Latest NFL News, Analysis & Updates NFL.com Which Ram falls off the roster if Aaron Donald returns? Yahoo Sports The Retired NFL Star on the Verge of a Comeback to Chase Another Super Bowl WSJ Aaron Donald is playing for a spot in history andscape.com
Fri, 7 August 2026
2 reports- Google News - Top Stories00:16
Aaron Donald decision could be made in the coming days NBC Sports Sean McVay praises Aaron Donald as Rams await DT's decision ESPN Aaron Donald officially works out for Rams as potential comeback nears | Latest NFL News, Analysis & Updates NFL.com NFL Catchup: Another Donald Update; Diggs Finds New Home; Texans Welcome Back A WR FOX Sports Aaron Donald is playing for a spot in history Andscape
- thegamenashville.com06:22
Rams coach Sean McVay said Thursday he doesn't have an answer to whether Aaron Donald will come out of retirement this season but added that the former All-Pro defensive tackle "looked outstanding" during his workout with the team Tuesday.
Mon, 17 August 2026
3 reports- Japan Times05:10
Donald, 35, spent his entire 10-year NFL career with the Rams before retiring in March 2024.
- iheart.com13:54
Aaron Donald, 35, has completed a second workout with the Rams, sparking speculation of his NFL return. Coach Sean McVay is hopeful for a decision soon but respects Donald's timeline. The Rams, favored for Super Bowl LXI, await his choice as roster finalization looms.
- presstelegram.com22:10
Donald worked out again for the Rams on Saturday as he considers a return to the NFL, but McVay played down the importance of the former three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year’s workout.
Fri, 28 August 2026
3 reports- iheart.com13:38
The Los Angeles Rams are uncertain about Aaron Donald's return as they end preseason. Donald, who retired in 2024, has worked out twice with the team. Coach Sean McVay hopes for a decision soon, as the Rams prepare for their season opener in Australia.
- iheart.com13:38
The Los Angeles Rams are uncertain about Aaron Donald's return as they end preseason. Donald, who retired in 2024, has worked out twice with the team. Coach Sean McVay hopes for a decision soon, as the Rams prepare for their season opener in Australia.
- iheart.com13:38
The Los Angeles Rams are uncertain about Aaron Donald's return as they end preseason. Donald, who retired in 2024, has worked out twice with the team. Coach Sean McVay hopes for a decision soon, as the Rams prepare for their season opener in Australia.
Sun, 30 August 2026
12 reports- Google News - Top Stories20:06
Sources: Aaron Donald unretires, reaches $20M deal with Rams ESPN 'I'm back': Aaron Donald statement calls back to iconic Michael Jordan announcement USA Today Aaron Donald ends his 2 1/2-year retirement and returns to the Los Angeles Rams CNN Inside the Aaron Donald comeback deal NBC Sports Aaron Donald unretires, will play for Rams in 2026 Rams
- The Guardian World20:42
Los Angeles were already Super Bowl favorites Defensive tackle was 10-time Pro Bowler with Rams 35-year-old aiming to win second Super Bowl in LA Aaron Donald, one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history , is coming out of retirement to rejoin his only professional team, the Los Angeles Rams. During a 10-season career with the Rams, who drafted him with the 13th overall pick in 2014, Donald was a three-time defensive player of the year and an eight-time first team All-Pro. He won a...
- ninernoise.com21:34
The return of the Rams' legend makes winning the division all the more improbable for the San Francisco 49ers.
- iheart.com22:26
Aaron Donald returns to the Los Angeles Rams on a one-year, $20 million deal, boosting the team's Super Bowl hopes. Donald, a three-time Defensive Player of the Year, joins forces with Myles Garrett, creating a formidable defensive line. The Rams aim for another championship with Donald's lead...
- iheart.com22:26
Aaron Donald returns to the Los Angeles Rams on a one-year, $20 million deal, boosting the team's Super Bowl hopes. Donald, a three-time Defensive Player of the Year, joins forces with Myles Garrett, creating a formidable defensive line. The Rams aim for another championship with Donald's lead...
- iheart.com22:26
Aaron Donald returns to the Los Angeles Rams on a one-year, $20 million deal, boosting the team's Super Bowl hopes. Donald, a three-time Defensive Player of the Year, joins forces with Myles Garrett, creating a formidable defensive line. The Rams aim for another championship with Donald's lead...
- iheart.com22:26
Aaron Donald returns to the Los Angeles Rams on a one-year, $20 million deal, boosting the team's Super Bowl hopes. Donald, a three-time Defensive Player of the Year, joins forces with Myles Garrett, creating a formidable defensive line. The Rams aim for another championship with Donald's lead...
- iheart.com22:26
Aaron Donald returns to the Los Angeles Rams on a one-year, $20 million deal, boosting the team's Super Bowl hopes. Donald, a three-time Defensive Player of the Year, joins forces with Myles Garrett, creating a formidable defensive line. The Rams aim for another championship with Donald's lead...
- iheart.com22:26
Aaron Donald returns to the Los Angeles Rams on a one-year, $20 million deal, boosting the team's Super Bowl hopes. Donald, a three-time Defensive Player of the Year, joins forces with Myles Garrett, creating a formidable defensive line. The Rams aim for another championship with Donald's lead...
- iheart.com22:26
Aaron Donald returns to the Los Angeles Rams on a one-year, $20 million deal, boosting the team's Super Bowl hopes. Donald, a three-time Defensive Player of the Year, joins forces with Myles Garrett, creating a formidable defensive line. The Rams aim for another championship with Donald's lead...
- iheart.com22:26
Aaron Donald returns to the Los Angeles Rams on a one-year, $20 million deal, boosting the team's Super Bowl hopes. Donald, a three-time Defensive Player of the Year, joins forces with Myles Garrett, creating a formidable defensive line. The Rams aim for another championship with Donald's lead...
- revengeofthebirds.com23:15
The Rams announced signing Donald to a one-year deal for $20 million with incentives that could become $30 million. Rams defense is scary.
Mon, 31 August 2026
13 reports- Japan Times01:09
Donald, 35, will join two-time Defensive Player of the Year and newly acquired Myles Garrett to form an intimidating defensive line.
- Google News - Top Stories01:51
Aaron Donald ends his 2 1/2-year retirement and returns to the Los Angeles Rams AP News With deal done, Donald '100% committed' to Rams' title chase ESPN Sean McVay on Aaron Donald: We’ll see if we think it’s best to play him in Australia NBC Sports NFL Network: Aaron Donald unretiring, coming back to play for Rams on one-year, $20 million deal NFL.com Aaron Donald unretires, rejoins Rams after Myles Garrett trade USA Today
- Google News - Top Stories02:48
Inside the Aaron Donald comeback deal NBC Sports With deal done, Donald '100% committed' to Rams' title chase ESPN Aaron Donald reveals wife's advice that helped him make decision to come out of retirement and re-join Rams Fox News NFL Network: Aaron Donald unretiring, coming back to play for Rams on one-year, $20 million deal NFL.com Aaron Donald ends his 2 1/2-year retirement and returns to the Los Angeles Rams AP News
- Google News - Top Stories11:48
Rams, already Super Bowl favorites, boost their odds to +500 after adding Aaron Donald NBC Sports With deal done, Donald '100% committed' to Rams' title chase ESPN Aaron Donald expects to play at 'high level' in return to Rams: If I didn't, 'I wouldn't be here' NFL.com Aaron Donald ends his 2 1/2-year retirement and returns to the Los Angeles Rams AP News Aaron Donald: My longtime speed trainer told me I haven’t lost a step NBC Sports
- Google News - Top Stories12:15
Aaron Donald reveals wife's advice that helped him make decision to come out of retirement and re-join Rams Fox News With deal done, Donald '100% committed' to Rams' title chase ESPN Aaron Donald expects to play at 'high level' in return to Rams: If I didn't, 'I wouldn't be here' NFL.com Seahawks’ Emmanwori chimes in on Rams’ Aaron Donald signing Seattle Sports Aaron Donald ends his 2 1/2-year retirement and returns to the Los Angeles Rams AP News
- iheart.com14:35
The Los Angeles Rams have become the favorites to win Super Bowl 61 after signing Aaron Donald. The Rams, already strong with Myles Garrett, now lead the odds at +500. Other top contenders include the Buffalo Bills and Baltimore Ravens.
- iheart.com14:35
The Los Angeles Rams have become the favorites to win Super Bowl 61 after signing Aaron Donald. The Rams, already strong with Myles Garrett, now lead the odds at +500. Other top contenders include the Buffalo Bills and Baltimore Ravens.
- iheart.com14:35
The Los Angeles Rams have become the favorites to win Super Bowl 61 after signing Aaron Donald. The Rams, already strong with Myles Garrett, now lead the odds at +500. Other top contenders include the Buffalo Bills and Baltimore Ravens.
- iheart.com14:35
The Los Angeles Rams have become the favorites to win Super Bowl 61 after signing Aaron Donald. The Rams, already strong with Myles Garrett, now lead the odds at +500. Other top contenders include the Buffalo Bills and Baltimore Ravens.
- Google News - Top Stories15:50
Seahawks’ Emmanwori chimes in on Aaron Donald’s return to Rams Seattle Sports With deal done, Donald '100% committed' to Rams' title chase ESPN NFL news, live updates: Aaron Donald un-retires and joins Rams, Packers' Josh Jacobs placed on commissioners' exempt list Yahoo Sports Aaron Donald ends his 2 1/2-year retirement and returns to the Los Angeles Rams AP News Aaron Donald Returns to the Rams, plus Preseason Takeaways for the Top 5 Picks The New York Times
- Times of India17:01
Aaron Donald’s comeback to the Los Angeles Rams for the 2026 season marks a thrilling return from retirement. Joining forces with the talented edge Myles Garrett, they form an intimidating pass rush that will test the mettle of any quarterback. With aspirations of clinching a Super Bowl title in their home stadium, this partnership heralds a fresh wave of defensive excellence for the Rams, reviving hopes for passionate fans.
- Google News - Top Stories20:39
NFL news, live updates: Aaron Donald un-retires and joins Rams, Packers' Josh Jacobs placed on commissioners' exempt list sports.yahoo.com NFL: Aaron Donald returns to the Rams DAZN Aaron Donald comes out of retirement to rejoin Rams Sportsnet.ca Rams Troll Heat Over LeBron James YouTube Video Post After Aaron Donald Signs New Contract Bleacher Report Aaron Donald expects to play at 'high level' in return to Rams: If I didn't, 'I wouldn't be here' nfl.com
- sgvtribune.com23:40edited after publishing
previously
With Aaron Donald's return, are the Rams unstoppable?The addition of the three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year to an already stacked roster makes them a prohibitive favorite to win another Lombardi Trophy.
2 reprints
- presstelegram.com31 Aug, 23:40their copy
- dailybulletin.com31 Aug, 23:40their copy
Tue, 1 September 2026
6 reports- Google News - Top Stories08:57
John Lynch: Aaron Donald makes the Rams better, but we’re pretty good, too NBC Sports How the Los Angeles Rams got Aaron Donald back ESPN How Donald and LAR defense could look vs. SF Yahoo Sports NFL Network: Aaron Donald unretiring, coming back to play for Rams on one-year, $20 million deal NFL.com Seahawks’ Emmanwori chimes in on Aaron Donald’s return to Rams Seattle Sports
- Google News - Top Stories10:00
How the Los Angeles Rams got Aaron Donald back ESPN NFL news, live updates: Aaron Donald un-retires and joins Rams, Packers' Josh Jacobs placed on commissioners' exempt list Yahoo Sports Aaron Donald follows other Hall of Fame-caliber athletes in his return from retirement AP News Aaron Donald sits out practice: Rams admit returning star might not play Week 1 in Australia CBS Sports Seahawks rival has no excuses after getting superstar player back The Seattle Times
- Google News - Top Stories14:10
Aaron Donald is back: What NFL history says about his super duo with Myles Garrett cbssports.com How the Los Angeles Rams got Aaron Donald back ESPN Week 2 or 3 debut for Aaron Donald is ‘more likely’ than Week 1 against the 49ers sports.yahoo.com Aaron Donald follows other Hall of Fame-caliber athletes in his return from retirement AP News Aaron Donald and Sean McVay talk about Aaron Donald's return, the 53-man roster & more Rams
- Google News - Top Stories15:03
NFL’s 11 best comebacks from retirement, ranked ahead of Aaron Donald’s Rams return SB Nation How the Los Angeles Rams got Aaron Donald back ESPN Aaron Donald ends his 2 1/2-year retirement and returns to the Los Angeles Rams AP News John Lynch: Aaron Donald makes the Rams better, but we’re pretty good, too NBC Sports Rams' Aaron Donald misses practice as planned; return date TBD ESPN
- Google News - Top Stories20:58
Week 2 or 3 debut for Aaron Donald is ‘more likely’ than Week 1 against the 49ers Niners Nation See more headlines & perspectives on Google News
- Google News - Top Stories22:55
'So F--ked,' NFL GM Reacts to Aaron Donald's Rams Contract After Star Comes Out of Retirement Bleacher Report Rams' Aaron Donald misses practice as planned; return date TBD ESPN Week 2 or 3 debut for Aaron Donald is ‘more likely’ than Week 1 against the 49ers Niners Nation Will the Los Angeles Rams win the Super Bowl with Aaron Donald? History says don't bet on it Yahoo Sports Aaron Donald channels Michael Jordan in announcing his NFL return with 2 words Yahoo Sports
Thu, 3 September 2026
1 report- hitc.com20:19
LeBron James had the perfect response to Myles Garrett's latest honour. The NFL's Top 100 Players list for 2026 has Garrett at No. 1, and LeBron was quick to
Fri, 4 September 2026
12 reports- iheart.com18:44
Rams coach Sean McVay is taking a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after his two-year retirement.
- iheart.com18:44
Rams coach Sean McVay is taking a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after his two-year retirement.
- iheart.com18:44
Rams coach Sean McVay is taking a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after his two-year retirement.
- iheart.com18:44
Rams coach Sean McVay is taking a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after his two-year retirement.
- iheart.com18:44
Rams coach Sean McVay is taking a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after his two-year retirement.
- iheart.com18:44
Rams coach Sean McVay is taking a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after his two-year retirement.
- iheart.com18:44
Rams coach Sean McVay is taking a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after his two-year retirement.
- iheart.com18:44
Rams coach Sean McVay is taking a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after his two-year retirement.
- iheart.com18:44
Rams coach Sean McVay is taking a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after his two-year retirement.
- iheart.com18:44
Rams coach Sean McVay is taking a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after his two-year retirement.
- iheart.com18:44
Rams coach Sean McVay is taking a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after his two-year retirement.
- iheart.com18:44
Rams coach Sean McVay is taking a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after his two-year retirement.
Tue, 8 September 2026
8 reports- iheart.com16:03
Head coach Sean McVay emphasizes a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after two years away.
- iheart.com16:03
Head coach Sean McVay emphasizes a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after two years away.
- iheart.com16:03
Head coach Sean McVay emphasizes a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after two years away.
- iheart.com16:03
Head coach Sean McVay emphasizes a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after two years away.
- iheart.com16:03
Head coach Sean McVay emphasizes a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after two years away.
- iheart.com16:03
Head coach Sean McVay emphasizes a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after two years away.
- iheart.com16:03
Head coach Sean McVay emphasizes a cautious approach, focusing on Donald's readiness after two years away.
- ABC News (Australia)22:56
After two years in the wilderness, LA Rams defensive superstar Aaron Donald's return will be delayed a few more weeks as he opts not to travel to Australia for the season opener against the 49ers.