Aaron Donald ruled out of the Rams' season opener against the 49ers, won't travel to Australia
Aaron Donald, a star defensive player, ended his retirement and rejoined the Los Angeles Rams last month. He recently said he was pleased with how his body has responded since returning to training. However, he will not play in the Rams' season opener against the 49ers in Australia, delaying his return to competition.
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3 sourcesRams announce Aaron Donald will not play in season opener vs. 49ers in Australia
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6 sourcesAaron Donald won't travel with the L.A. Rams to Australia for Week 1
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2 developments- Sep 8Aaron Donald pleased with how return to field is going, mum on status for Rams' season opener
- Sep 8Aaron Donald ruled out of the Rams' season opener against the 49ers, won't travel to Australia
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