The Los Angeles Rams will get a massive defensive boost for Sunday's Week 9 clash against the Washington Commanders. Rams head coach Sean McVay confirmed that generational pass rusher Myles Garrett will take the field this weekend, barring any setbacks. Garrett, who was acquired in a blockbuster trade deal with the Cleveland Browns before the 2026 season, suffered a knee injury in his Week 1 debut with the Rams.
He underwent arthroscopic surgery and was placed on injured reserve, causing him to miss each of Los Angeles' last seven games. Garrett logged limited practice participation on Wednesday and Thursday as the Rams gear up for Sunday's matchup against the Commanders. The Rams, who opened up the season as a clear Super Bowl favorite, are 4-4 to begin the year.
However, the team is trending in the right direction as Garrett makes his return to the field — winning each of their last two games against the Las Vegas Raiders and Los Angeles Chargers. Sunday's game against the Commanders will kick off at 1 p.m.
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