Raiders Face Tougher Schedule with Aaron Donald's Return

The Las Vegas Raiders are facing a more challenging schedule following the announcement of Aaron Donald's return to the Los Angeles Rams. This development comes as the Raiders prepare for their Week 7 game against the Rams, which is part of a series of tough matchups.

The Raiders recently learned that rookie defensive end Keyron Crawford will miss the entire 2026 season. However, the focus is now on the implications of Donald's return, especially as he will join forces with Myles Garrett on the Rams' defensive line. This matchup is particularly daunting for the Raiders, who struggled with their offensive line last season.

Despite adding top center Tyler Linderbaum to their roster, the Raiders' offensive line remains largely unchanged, with Spencer Burford at left guard. The team will need to improve significantly to handle the pressure from Donald and Garrett, especially with the uncertainty surrounding their quarterback situation.