Overview
- The pads workout that was recorded on Friday at the Rams’ Woodland Hills facility served as a self‑test for Donald to judge his body and mind after two seasons away from the NFL.
- Insiders say Donald has not made a firm choice about unretiring and reporters note the Rams and Donald have not started contract negotiations.
- Key unresolved issues include whether Donald would accept a limited specialist role of roughly 12–15 snaps per game or return as a full‑time starter, and how any deal would fit the Rams’ salary‑cap and roster plans.
- Public signals from teammates — including social posts by Myles Garrett and Davante Adams — have amplified momentum but do not constitute a commitment or agreement.
- If Donald signs and can return near his previous level, analysts say pairing him with Garrett would materially strengthen the Rams’ pass rush and further boost their Super Bowl odds, with training camp now the near‑term window for a decision.