Myles Garrett, a six-time All-Pro, just landed on the Los Angeles Rams, and their already strong edge unit just got terrifying. Blockbuster trades have been shaking up the Rams’ defense in 2026, and adding Garrett is an absolute game-changer. The edge position isn’t just about defensive ends anymore, right? These guys are certified playmakers, able to flip the entire flow and outcome of a game with one explosive move, one forced turnover. And now, the Rams have Garrett leading the charge.
Myles Garrett: Generational Talent, Now in L.A.
Can we even talk about Myles Garrett without saying “generational talent?” The dude is 6’4″, 272 lbs, and has been crushing it since day one. He was a Top 5 high school recruit, racked up All-American accolades in all three of his college seasons, and then, surprise surprise, was the Number 1 overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft. Yeah, a late training camp injury kept him sidelined for five games and from being a Day 1 starter, but since then? He’s been producing at a Hall of Fame level. We’re talking double-digit sacks in eight straight seasons!
Garrett is already 20th all-time in sacks and 12th all-time in tackles for loss. That’s insane production! Now that he’s with the Rams, L.A. fans better be ready for some serious expectations. He’s in his prime, with a superior cast of supporting characters around him. What’s even wilder is we might see the L.A. defense run more four-down fronts, because Garrett typically plays with a hand in the dirt, lining up outside opposing offensive tackles. Get ready for chaos.
Byron Young Is Poised to Explode
But it’s not just Garrett. Byron Young is still holding it down, and he’s heading into the final year of his rookie contract. This guy has been a durable, steady edge presence for them, proving to be a solid return on his mid-Round 3 draft stake. You want stats? In 2025, according to Next Gen Stats, Young led the defensive front starters in tackles for loss with 12, hustle stops with 12, and sacks, also with 12! He also had 29 QB hits and a 14.1% pass rush pressure percentage. Not bad for a mid-round pick, huh?
He was second in total pressures with 54 and stops with 62. He even dropped into coverage on 121 of his 813 snaps, about 15% of the time. This guy’s got a stellar blend of speed and power. He came into the league as a raw prospect, but he’s consistently worked to upgrade his game, and it shows. His year-to-year production is just climbing. When he’s at his best, he’s explosive off the snap, uses great pad level to put blockers on their heels, and his 2025 film shows he’s improved his hand strikes and swipes, stacking more moves. He’s got enough speed and dip to get around the corner, and he’s not just a pass rusher; he’s stout against the run with a crazy burst in pursuit.
So, the 2026 Rams are coming into the season with a deep edge room. We’ve got two potential All-Pros in Garrett and Young, plus a pair of backups who might be short on experience but are absolutely bursting with potential for rotational success. With a handful of other guys pushing for roster spots, this unit is stacked. The season is almost here, and if this edge unit lives up to its billing, the entire league is gonna feel it. Get ready for some serious pressure.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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