McVay: No Donald update yet, but in 'right direction'
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- Sean McVay said Friday he doesn't expect Aaron Donald to decide about coming out of retirement until after the Rams return to their facility Aug. 8.
- McVay described the situation as moving "in the right direction," signaling ongoing dialogue between the coach and the retired defensive tackle.
Why it matters: Aaron Donald is a three-time Defensive Player of the Year and a foundational piece of the Rams' 2021 Super Bowl roster; his Aug. 8 deadline means Los Angeles will spend the remainder of the offseason without clarity on whether its all-time great defensive tackle will be available for the upcoming season.
