The Los Angeles Rams will face the New York Giants at SoFi Stadium on Monday Night Football. This matchup comes on the heels of the Rams’ disappointing start to the 2026 season, having suffered a significant defeat to the San Francisco 49ers in their opener held in Melbourne, Australia.
The veteran defensive tackle said Friday that playing Monday night was the plan after he participated in 11-on-11 work as part of his preparation. Donald officially played his last NFL game on January 14, 2024, when Los Angeles faced the Detroit Lions in the Wild Card round. Rapoport reported that the defensive tackle could see approximately 20 to 30 snaps, while other reports have also pointed toward a managed rotation in his first game back.
“He is going to play tonight… Aaron Donald is probably going to play 20 to 30 snaps,” NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported Monday. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport later provided further details on his expected workload. When Donald steps onto the field at SoFi Stadium, he will be returning to an NFL game for the first time since his final appearance with the Rams. He subsequently retired, ending a remarkable run with the franchise before deciding to return this season. Los Angeles is not necessarily planning to give him a full workload immediately Although Donald is expected to play.
