Report: Aaron Donald wanted to see how he reacted to working out in pads
Aaron Donald's recent workout in pads with the Rams has ignited speculation regarding a potential return to the NFL.
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Aaron Donald conducted a workout with the Rams involving pads to test his physical reaction. The activity gained significant attention following a viral video and a social media post by Myles Garrett, leading to widespread rumors about a comeback.
Coverage from NBC Sports, Bleacher Report, and USA Today emphasizes the nature of the workout and the subsequent speculation. Adam Schefter has provided further explanation regarding the session, while Yahoo Sports linked the news to the Dallas Cowboys' decision not to trade for Myles Garrett.
Observers are monitoring whether these workout results will lead to a formal return to the league, as coverage focuses on the implications of Donald's physical readiness.
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Quick answers
Why did Aaron Donald work out in pads?
According to NBC Sports, Donald wanted to see how he reacted to working out in pads.
What sparked the rumors of his return?
Rumors were fueled by a viral video and a post from Myles Garrett, as reported by USA Today and Bleacher Report.
Which team did Aaron Donald work out with?
He conducted the workout with the Rams.
Coverage (5)
- Aaron Donald Conducts Rams Workout NFL Rumors - ProFootballRumors.com · 6h ago
- Aaron Donald Rams' comeback rumors sparked by Myles Garrett post. What to know USA Today · 6h ago
- Aaron Donald's Rams Workout Explained by Schefter After Viral Video and NFL Return Rumors Bleacher Report · 6h ago
- The Dallas Cowboys not trading for Myles Garrett is seemingly about to get much more expensive based on latest news Yahoo Sports · 6h ago
- Report: Aaron Donald wanted to see how he reacted to working out in pads NBC Sports · 6h ago broke it first
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