Overview
- Head coach Sean McVay confirmed on Monday that Myles Garrett will not return to practice this week and the Rams chose not to open his 21-day injured-reserve practice window.
- Garrett underwent arthroscopic knee surgery after the team returned from Australia and has now missed six straight games while rehabbing the injury.
- The Rams describe the decision as cautious and based on medical reviews led by team doctors and surgeon Neal ElAttrache rather than a fixed calendar timetable.
- Outside voices, including ESPN’s Adam Schefter, have said losses could increase pressure on the club to accelerate Garrett’s return but the team insists it will follow health and performance benchmarks.
- The delay leaves the Rams relying on depth players on the pass rush and prolongs uncertainty over when their high-cost offseason acquisition will begin practicing and playing again.