Aaron Donald Logs 3 Tackles in Return After 2-Year Retirement
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Updated · NBC Sports · Sep 22
Aaron Donald Logs 3 Tackles in Return After 2-Year Retirement
3 articles · Updated · NBC Sports · Sep 22
Summary
33 defensive snaps marked Aaron Donald’s first game action in 981 days, and the Rams star finished with three tackles and a tackle for loss Monday night at SoFi Stadium.
Donald said the game speed felt manageable, but he overran plays, lacked trust in his eyes and footwork, and expects things to feel more natural with more reps.
Australia’s season opener came too soon for Donald after he ended his retirement on Aug. 30, so the Rams gave him extra time to ramp up before this debut.
Myles Garrett’s knee injury has delayed the Rams’ plan to pair Donald with their other marquee pass rusher, leaving Los Angeles to wait for that combination as Donald rounds back into form.