Myles Garrett, the reigning Defensive Player of the Year, is officially a full go for the Rams’ season opener in Australia on Thursday, a move that changes the game for the NFC West right off the bat. This dude barely practiced all summer thanks to some knee swelling, but head coach Sean McVay just confirmed he’s making his debut.
The Unexpected Green Light
Talk about a quick turnaround! Garrett didn’t even hit the practice field on Tuesday, but Wednesday’s estimated report had him as a full participant. It’s a massive upgrade for a guy who’s been sidelined for a good chunk of the summer with that pesky knee swelling. Getting the DPOY back on the field, especially for his debut with the Rams after they traded for him in June, is a huge statement.
Rams’ Practice Day & Other Updates
The Rams were in a weird spot, flying all night and not actually practicing Wednesday, but they had to put out an estimated report. Aaron Donald, their other superstar D-lineman, didn’t even make the trip and is out of practice completely. But hey, it wasn’t all bad news for them. Cornerback Jaylen Watson, who missed Tuesday, was limited today with a toe issue. And linebacker Grant Stuard, after being limited yesterday, was a full participant with his hamstring. So, while Donald’s out, Garrett’s return is the real headline.
This Thursday’s opener in Australia is gonna be wild with Garrett back in the mix. The Rams snagging the reigning DPOY and getting him on the field for Week 1, even with his limited summer, means the rest of the NFC West, including our very own Seattle Seahawks, needs to pay attention. This division just got a whole lot more unpredictable.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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