All eyes are on Aaron Donald as the superstar defensive tackle continues to ramble on about possibly retiring. Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay seems optimistic regarding Donald's return. Perhaps he can persuade the league's most dominant interior defensive lineman to stay in LA for at least one more season.

According to Pro Football Talk, Sean McVay claims, “Things are trending in the right direction.” Not long ago, Aaron Donald stated, “he would be ‘at peace' with walking away after eight NFL seasons.” Furthermore, the Rams' star claims, “since I got into the league that I was going to play eight years and be done.”

Aaron Donald wrapped up his eighth season with a Super Bowl win with the Rams. He hinted at retirement immediately after the game. However, the Rams have been in talks to potentially extend Donald and potentially make him the highest-paid defender in the league. We'll see how it plays out, but McVay is optimistic the star defensive tackle will return.

Article Continues Below
More Los Angeles Rams News
Sean McVay has three hidden gem players on his 2025 Rams roster
3 Los Angeles Rams hidden gems on 2025 roster you need to knowLorenzo J Reyna ·
Mystery player in the middle, Matthew Stafford and Puka Nacua around him, Rams logo in the background
1 Los Angeles Rams rookie who stood out most in 2025 minicampEnzo Flojo ·
Rams news: LA bolsters offense with ex-Vikings, Titans tackle, Davis Quessenberry
Rams bolster offense with ex-Vikings, Titans tackleChris Spiering ·
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay watches offensive drills during organized team activities at Rams Practice Facility.
What Sean McVay said about Jalen Ramsey trade at Rams OTAsBen Strauss ·
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick reacts to his team losing the lead to the Minnesota Timberwolves late in the fourth quarter during game four of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center.
Lakers’ JJ Redick link up with Les Snead at Rams campMiguel La Torre ·
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) tracks a deep pass as Los Angeles Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey (5) defends in the first quarter during Super Bowl 56, Sunday, Feb. 13, 2022, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif.
NFL rumors: Insider dumps cold water on Rams’ Jalen Ramsey trade pursuitBen Strauss ·

Sean McVay, “expects Donald to be at the team's mandatory minicamp,” per Pro Football Talk. The two will likely see each other at McVay's upcoming wedding, so perhaps some conversation will take place during that time. However, If Aaron Donald shows up to the mandatory minicamp, then that will be an excellent sign the superstar tackle will play for the Rams in the 2022 season. If not, then LA fans should hit the panic button.

Keep an eye on Donald, as his actions in the coming weeks could dictate his plans.