Albert Breer's Takeaways: How the Rams Could Proceed With Aaron Donald This Season

Albert Breer’s takeaways focus on how the Los Angeles Rams can reintegrate three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year Aaron Donald in the 2026 season. Breer outlines the contract framework: Donald’s reinstatement starts him at a minimum cap figure, with $10 million base pay and $10 million in 53-man roster bonuses (up to 15 games, allowing him to miss a few during ramp-up), plus another $10 million in playing-time and playoff incentives. Breer says coach Sean McVay and Donald have a detailed preparation plan, including Donald working at the Rams’ facility in Woodland Hills. Defensively, the Rams have added top-end front talent, suggesting Donald could be used in an estimated 30-40 snaps per game, with the team weighing his age and long season.