Overview
- Myles Garrett had arthroscopic knee surgery in mid-September and was placed on injured reserve, which requires a minimum four-game absence.
- Sean McVay said Garrett’s surgery went well and he is making good progress, but the team is unlikely to open his practice/activation window next week.
- Garrett is not expected to practice next week and would therefore miss the Rams’ Week 6 game against the Arizona Cardinals if that timeline holds.
- Los Angeles has adjusted its defensive-line rotation in Garrett’s absence, with Josaiah Stewart and Byron Young starting and rookies Wesley Bailey and Desjuan Johnson contributing, while Trent McDuffie has helped shore up the defense.
- Garrett was a high-profile offseason trade target after a 23-sack 2025 season, and his delayed return will shape the Rams’ short-term pass rush plans and decisions on when to use the 21-day activation window tied to medical clearance.