Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay expressed on Friday that the team expects to activate superstar defensive end Myles Garrett from injured reserve for their Week 9 matchup against the Washington Commanders. Es ist aufregend
, McVay said, Es ist großartig, ihn wieder auf dem Feld zu haben.
Wir versuchen, im Moment zu leben und jeden Tag so zu nehmen, wie er kommt.
According to reports, Garrett has been able to train throughout the entire week, indicating he is ready to return after missing seven games due to a knee injury that required arthroscopic surgery following the season opener. While a final decision on his status remains pending, the anticipation is that he will be activated from the injured reserve list in time for the game against the Commanders.
Garrett’s Path to Return
Garrett’s comeback is imminent following his Week 1 injury. He began participating in training this week, which started a 21-day window during which the Rams can activate him from the injured reserve list. His return would be a significant boost for a Rams defense that currently ranks fourth in the NFL in opponent passing yards and fifth in total yards allowed, but is tied for 26th in sacks.
Rams Awaiting Defensive Duo
A key aspect of Garrett’s potential return is that it would mark the first time he and fellow defensive star Aaron Donald share the field together. Donald had previously announced his retirement but reversed that decision after Garrett was acquired via trade from the Cleveland Browns in June. The prospect of the duo playing together was a major factor in the Rams being considered Super Bowl favorites before the season.
Trading for the Future
To secure Garrett, the Rams made a substantial trade deal, parting with defensive end and 2024 first-round pick Jared Verse, a 2027 first-round pick, a 2028 second-rounder, and a 2029 third-rounder in exchange for the two-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year from the Browns. While playing for Cleveland, Garrett, a five-time All-Pro and seven-time Pro Bowler, established the NFL single-season record with 23 sacks in 2025.
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#Rams star Myles Garrett, working his way back from knee surgery that landed him on Injured Reserve, is on track to be activated ahead of Sunday’s game at the #Commanders, per me and @MikeGarafolo. Garrett has practiced all week and all indications point towards him playing. A… pic.twitter.com/hoOhpOJL4y
#Rams star Myles Garrett, working his way back from knee surgery that landed him on Injured Reserve, is on track to be activated ahead of Sunday vs. the #Commanders, per me and @RapSheet. Garrett has practiced all week and all indications point towards him playing. A big lift. pic.twitter.com/LlGGTTzDrO
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