Now that Myles Garrett is on the injured reserve, Aaron Donald is no longer the luxury he was just a couple of weeks ago. While it seems strange to say about a 35-year-old who has not played in the NFL in more than two and a half years, the legendary defensive lineman may be an important member of this team. Donald has been eyeing a Week 2 Monday Night Football showdown with the New York Giants as his big return, and he confirmed as much on Friday.

“That’s the plan,” the Super Bowl 56 champion and three-time Defensive Player of the Year said, per NFL insider Ian Rapoport. His physique is intact, but how will his body respond to intense play in the trenches after a lengthy break from the game? Rams fans will seemingly get their answer early next week.

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