Aaron Donald, the three-time Defensive Player of the Year, had his second workout at the Rams’ team facility as he continues to decide whether to unretire. This isn’t some casual gym session, either. The NFL officially designated it a “tryout” on its personnel notice Sunday, and the league is definitely watching.
McVay’s “Process” and the Formalities
Sean McVay, the Rams’ head coach, was pretty quick to downplay the “tryout” label when he was asked about it. He called it “semantical,” insisting it’s just “part of his process.” McVay explained that the official designation simply allows the team to use football equipment and have team personnel present, which then requires it to be reported to the league. It’s “very similar to what the other workout was,” he added, referring to Donald’s initial session on August 5. McVay even said he wasn’t “trying to be like, coy with it,” but when something gets formally reported to the league, you know it’s a big deal.
The Myles Garrett Effect and Undisclosed Sessions
Here’s the kicker: Donald began considering a comeback only *after* the Rams pulled off that trade for two-time Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett. Can you even imagine that defensive line? Talk about a nightmare for opposing offenses. While this official workout just hit the books, it looks like Donald has been putting in work off the grid too. A video posted by 2Tenths Speed & Agility on August 10 suggests he’s had other workouts at the team facility without team personnel or equipment, meaning those didn’t need to be reported to the league. This guy is grinding, clearly thinking about a return.
Donald has not made a decision yet, keeping everyone on the edge of their seats. Every single play this upcoming season could change if the future Hall of Famer decides to strap on the pads again. Keep your eyes glued to this one, because the story is still developing!
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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