Rams star Myles Garrett could reportedly be sidelined longer than expected
Garrett could potentially be out until nearly the midway point of the season.
Los Angeles Rams defensive star Myles Garrett may face a longer than anticipated absence due to knee surgery, according to NFL Network. Garrett, who is set to play for the Rams next week against the Washington Commanders on November 8, was initially given a six-week recovery period. However, this timeline could stretch until the halfway mark of the season if he adheres strictly to it.
Despite Garrett's determination to beat the expected recovery schedule, the Rams prefer to adopt a cautious approach to his rehabilitation, as reported by NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Garrett is projected to miss a minimum of four games on Injured Reserve, with the earliest return possible being Week 6 against the Arizona Cardinals on October 18. The mishap occurred after Garrett's arthroscopic surgery on his left knee following a poor performance in the Rams' Week 1 game against the San Francisco 49ers. This knee issue had plagued him throughout training camp, and Garrett failed to register any tackles against the 49ers.
Garrett was acquired by the Rams in a significant offseason trade from the Cleveland Browns, sending Jared Verse and multiple draft picks back to Cleveland in exchange. Currently, Rams coach Sean McVay has not publicly shared a specific timeline for Garrett's return to action.
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