Aaron Donald, the dominant defensive tackle for the Rams, is officially out for Week 1 after not making the trip to Australia. That means he won’t be on the field when the Rams kick off their season against the 49ers.
The Week 1 Why: Not Quite Ready
This isn’t just a minor travel snag. Donald apparently wasn’t “not quite there” in his preparation to return to the gridiron. Remember, he’s coming back after a two-year retirement, so getting back to game speed after that kind of break is no joke. The Rams clearly didn’t feel he was ready to roll for that huge Week 1 matchup.
What Does ‘We’ll See’ Mean For Week 2?
Now, the real question for Rams fans has to be Week 2. They’ve got a Monday night showdown against the Giants, and the word on Donald’s availability for that game? It’s a classic “we’ll see.” We’ve all heard that one from our parents, right? It’s usually what you get when they don’t want to flat-out say “no.” So, it sounds like there’s still a glimmer of hope, but it’s far from a definite yes. The Rams are obviously playing it close to the vest, but for a player of Donald’s caliber, that kind of uncertainty is a major story.
The Rams are holding their breath for Monday night against the Giants. Will their defensive cornerstone be back on the field, or will “we’ll see” turn into another week on the sidelines? That’s what everyone will be watching for.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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