The Los Angeles Rams have already sent shockwaves through the NFL with their blockbuster trade for reigning Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett. But according to sources close to the situation, the real earthquake may still be coming — and it has a name that strikes fear into every opposing quarterback: Aaron Donald.
Garrett, who landed in LA after the Rams shipped off Jared Verse and a king’s ransom of future draft picks to Cleveland, reportedly hasn’t spoken with the legendary defensive tackle just yet. But in a revealing interview with NBC Sports, Garrett hinted that a conversation is imminent — and what gets discussed could alter the entire landscape of the league.
‘A Lot of People Are Thrilled’
“We haven’t talked yet, but definitely expect to talk soon,” Garrett said, according to reports. “I don’t know what his plans are and I won’t pretend to know, but a lot of people are excited and thrilled about the possibility of him coming back.”
Insiders say Garrett’s carefully measured words have set the rumor mill ablaze. While Donald officially hung up his cleats after the 2023 season, whispers of a potential return have never fully died down. And now, with Garrett — arguably the only active defender who can match Donald’s resume — openly signaling he’s ready to recruit, the buzz is reaching a fever pitch.
The Numbers That Would Break the League
Donald’s career résumé reads like a Hall of Fame induction speech. Over 10 seasons, all in Los Angeles, he piled up 543 total tackles, 111 sacks, 176 tackles for loss, and 24 forced fumbles. Oh, and three Defensive Player of the Year awards, a Defensive Rookie of the Year trophy, 10 Pro Bowl nods, and eight First-Team All-Pro selections. The man is a walking dynasty.
If — and it’s a big if, sources caution — Donald were to listen to Garrett’s pitch and decide to suit up again, the Rams would instantly become the most terrifying defensive line in modern NFL history. One insider told us, “You put Garrett and Donald on the same field, and you’re not just talking Super Bowl favorite. You’re talking about a defense that could rewrite the record books.”
What’s Really Going On Behind the Scenes?
According to league insiders, the Rams front office has not made any public push to bring Donald back, but privately they are reportedly leaving the door wide open. And Garrett, known around the league as a fierce competitor with a magnetic personality, could be the perfect closer to seal the deal.
“Myles doesn’t say anything by accident,” one NFC executive told us. “He knows exactly what he’s doing by putting that idea out into the universe. He’s testing the waters, and he’s probably hoping Donald takes the bait.”
Whether Donald actually returns remains the biggest question mark in the NFC — possibly in all of football. But one thing is clear: the Rams, already viewed as prohibitive Super Bowl contenders, are now the center of the most tantalizing what-if story in the league. And Garrett, it appears, is more than happy to stoke the flames.
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