Myles Garrett, after nursing a bit of an injury this offseason, is reportedly “good to go” for the Los Angeles Rams’ Week 1 opener against the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday. This isn’t just any game, either. We’re talking about the NFL’s first-ever game in Australia, and the league is absolutely buzzing to have Garrett and Aaron Donald as the main attractions. If Garrett is truly “close to 100%,” as expected, then that 49ers offensive line better be ready for a long night.
“Freakazoid Athlete” Ready to Roll Down Under
It turns out Garrett had some inflammation during training camp, but NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported on “Good Morning Football” on September 7 that he doesn’t expect Garrett to be limited at all. Rapoport even called him a “freakazoid athlete,” adding that while there might always be a little maintenance, there won’t be an issue. You gotta love that confidence! For the Rams to have their key players, especially a game-wrecker like Garrett, ready for Game 1 is huge. This historic game is going to draw massive attention, and seeing how Garrett looks in his first official snap of the season will be a massive storyline.
Adams’ Aussie Adventures and a Former Ram’s Revenge
While the focus is on the field, Davante Adams gave us a wild peek into his pre-game research. Forget the coffee or architecture, Adams was busy looking up Australia’s most dangerous residents. Spiders, venomous octopuses, great whites, saltwater crocs, you name it. He did mention koalas are “a little bit more inland,” which is a nice touch. Meanwhile, across the league, the Las Vegas Raiders made some moves on their practice squad on September 7, signing defensive tackle Tim Keenan II and tight end Patrick Gurd, while releasing DT Gary Smith and safety Devin Lafayette. Keenan II is a “327-pound former LA Rams ‘Bowling Ball’,” which sets up an interesting Week 7 clash when the Rams face the Raiders in Las Vegas. Talk about a chance for revenge!
This Thursday, when the Rams and 49ers kick off, it’s a rematch that brings some serious vibes from last year. The last time these two squared off was Week 10 of the 2025 season, a 42-26 Rams victory in San Francisco. Matthew Stafford was slinging it for 280 yards and four touchdowns, connecting with Davante Adams, Puka Nacua, Colby Parkinson, and Davis Allen. Kyren Williams also had a solid 73 rushing yards. So, expect some fireworks and a real test for both sides right out of the gate in Australia!
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Originally reported by Turf Show Times.
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