A three-time AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year and eight-time All-Pro, Donald retired in March 2024 as the Rams’ career leader in sacks with 111 in 154 games. One of the most disruptive linemen in league history, he helped Los Angeles win a title during the 2021 season. Donald made game-ending defensive plays in both the NFC Championship Game and Super Bowl LVI.
However, the Rams’ trade for defensive end Myles Garrett has seemingly tempted Donald to at least consider a return. The 35-year-old Donald was photographed working out at the team’s complex, and McVay has repeatedly expressed the organization’s interest in welcoming him back.
“Heck of a player, Hall of Fame player, one of the best to ever do it at his position,” said Rams tight end Tyler Higbee, who was Donald’s teammate for eight seasons. “So, you know, we’ll see. I hope he does (return), but we’ll see. We’ll see.”