Rams Place Myles Garrett on Injured Reserve Ahead of Season

The Los Angeles Rams enjoyed a promising offseason, only to face a disastrous start to the regular season. Things look particularly grim now that Myles Garrett requires knee surgery. This marks perhaps the worst development for the squad. A source confirmed to OutKick that the team will place Garrett on injured reserve. He missed significant practice time during training camp due to his troubled knee situation. Consequently, he will miss at least four games. These absences cover matchups against the New York Giants, Denver Broncos, Philadelphia Eagles, and Buffalo Bills. Depending on his recovery and surgical success, the absence could extend further. The scheduled procedure is an arthroscopy intended as a trim rather than a full repair. If MRI scans hold true to initial expectations, a four-week timetable should prove accurate. This means the Rams will be without Garrett for a while now.

Aaron Donald has returned to the Los Angeles Rams following a short retirement. Hosts Nick Wright, Chris Broussard, Kevin Wildes, and Greg Jennings questioned whether he can make an instant impact. They also wondered if being Super Bowl favorites causes concern. Howie Long joined the conversation to discuss expectations for Donald upon his return. The panel also addressed whether Fernando Mendoza is ready to start for the Las Vegas Raiders. Garrett was scheduled as a signature offseason acquisition and earned 2025 Defensive Player of the Year honors.

The Rams lost their Week 1 game against the San Francisco 49ers in Melbourne, Australia. Many pundits considered them Super Bowl favorites before the season began. They did not have Aaron Donald available for that contest because his ramp-up period after a two-year retirement was incomplete. The organization wanted to remain cautious about his health status. That caution will remain in place as they face new challenges without Garrett. Obviously, the Rams need Donald sooner rather than later now.