Garrett Ready For Rams Debut
Myles Garrett is expected to make his Rams debut in Melbourne despite knee swelling.
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Garrett joined the Rams in a June trade with the Cleveland Browns, making Thursday’s game his first appearance for Los Angeles.
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Garrett set an NFL single-season record with 23 sacks last year, underscoring the production the Rams expect from him in his debut.
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Garrett did not appear in any preseason games, and he did not practice Tuesday before the Rams departed for Melbourne despite participating Sunday and Monday.
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Aaron Donald has not played in an NFL game since 2023 and was limited in Tuesday’s practice as he continues working back into playing shape.
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The Rams’ Week 1 injury report also listed tight end Tyler Higbee and linebacker Byron Young as resting, while offensive tackle Alaric Jackson and cornerback Jaylen Watson did not participate because of a toe issue, respectively.
Myles Garrett is expected to make his Los Angeles Rams debut Thursday against the San Francisco 49ers in Melbourne, Australia, despite missing most of training camp with left knee swelling. Coach Sean McVay said Garrett is "ready to go" after the reigning NFL Defensive Player of the Year returned to practice Sunday and Monday CBS Sports.
Garrett's presence strengthens a Rams defense tasked with pressuring 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy. The 28-year-old defensive end recorded 23 sacks last season — an NFL single-season record — after joining Los Angeles in a June trade from the Cleveland Browns NBC Sports.
Garrett's Long Road Back to Game Action
Garrett did not appear in any preseason games and sat out Tuesday's practice before the Rams flew to Australia, though he participated in workouts Sunday and Monday. His availability remains day-to-day as coaches monitor his knee swelling and manage his workload carefully CBS Sports.
The 2023 Defensive Player of the Year dealt with swelling throughout training camp, limiting his on-field preparation time. McVay's cautious approach suggests the Rams plan to ease Garrett into action rather than deploying him at full capacity immediately NBC Sports.
Aaron Donald Remains Sidelined After Two-Year Break
Aaron Donald will not travel to Melbourne as he continues rebuilding his conditioning after a two-year retirement. The Hall of Fame defensive tackle last played in 2023 and remains limited in practice as he works back into game shape CBS Sports.
Pairing Garrett and Donald together was part of the Rams' offseason strategy to bolster their defense. However, Donald's gradual return means Garrett will operate without his star defensive partner for at least the season opener NBC Sports.
Other Rams Players Managing Injuries Heading Down Under
The Rams' injury report extends beyond Garrett and Donald. Tight end Tyler Higbee and linebacker Byron Young are resting, while cornerback Jaylen Watson did not practice due to a toe issue CBS Sports.
Offensive tackle Alaric Jackson also missed Tuesday's practice. Despite the roster concerns, McVay expressed confidence in his squad's readiness for the international season opener against San Francisco NBC Sports.
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