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Rams bring Aaron Donald out of retirement to join Myles Garrett

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Aaron Donald is returning to the Los Angeles Rams, the team announced Sunday, ending his retirement after more than two years away. The 35-year-old defensive tackle will line up alongside reigning Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett, giving the Rams a defensive front with five combined DPOY awards and 236.5 career sacks. Donald had been working out at the team's facility and completed two official tryouts since training camp began.

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Donald's return caps an aggressive Rams offseason that included acquiring Garrett from Cleveland in May and trading for cornerback Trent McDuffie from Kansas City. The defensive line now features four proven pass rushers, including Byron Young and Kobie Turner, who combined for 19 sacks last season.

Donald had been training at the team's facility and completed two official tryouts since training camp began, with teammates noting he appeared faster and more motivated

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