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Aaron Donald reveals when he plans to make his season debut
Donald said he feels ready after three weeks of practice, and the Rams could use his pass rush with Myles Garrett sidelined for several weeks.
Defensive tackle Aaron Donald said Friday he expects to play in the Los Angeles Rams' home opener against the New York Giants on Monday Night Football, stating "That's the plan."
Following a two-year retirement, the three-time Defensive Player of the Year returned to the roster on August 30 but missed the Rams' 27-7 season-opening loss to the San Francisco 49ers in Australia.
Star edge rusher Myles Garrett is sidelined for at least the next four weeks after undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery, increasing the team's reliance on Donald to command attention from opposing offenses.
After participating in full practice sessions this week, Donald is now on the active 53-man roster, with head coach Sean McVay saying Thursday, "He's obviously chomping at the bit to play."
With the team seeking a rebound from their Week 1 defeat, Donald's presence provides a critical boost as the Rams prepare to face the Giants on Monday.