Rams outside linebacker Myles Garrett will take the field for Thursday’s season opener despite a limited preparation period. The defensive star missed the majority of training camp due to knee swelling but returned to practice over the weekend and participated again on Monday. Garrett did not practice Tuesday, and while head coach Sean McVay confirmed his availability for the matchup, the specifics regarding his playing time remain unclear.
When asked about his physical readiness, Garrett expressed confidence in his ability to perform despite the abbreviated training camp schedule. The veteran defensive player noted that his surrounding defensive talent would provide support if he needed to shake off rust. He remained circumspect about his conditioning level but indicated he anticipated being close to his normal form.
Garrett arrives in Los Angeles after a record-breaking 2025 season with the Browns, during which he accumulated 23 sacks and earned his second Defensive Player of the Year award. His nine seasons in Cleveland were largely defined by losing, with the franchise posting a 58-90 record during his tenure. With the Rams, Garrett has set his sights higher, identifying a Super Bowl championship and another DPOY award as his primary objectives while emphasizing the defensive line’s potential to achieve something exceptional.
