Byron Young steps up for Rams after Myles Garrett placed on IR
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 4:14 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
The Los Angeles Rams announced today that Myles Garrett will be placed on injured reserve due to a knee injury, sidelining him for at least four weeks. In Garrett's absence, Byron Young will take over as the Rams' top edge rusher during a critical time in his contract year. Young's performance over the next few games will heavily influence his future with the team as he seeks a significant deal worth over $100 million. Josaiah Stewart is expected to share snap counts, indicating that both players have a chance to showcase their abilities.
- •Myles Garrett out on injured reserve for at least four weeks.
- •Byron Young becomes the Rams' starting edge rusher.
- •Young's contract year adds pressure to perform.
- •Josaiah Stewart will share linebacker duties with Young.
- •Next few weeks critical for future decisions on defensive players.
- 4:14 PMYahoo Sports — A lot is on the line for Byron Young during Myles Garrett's absence
"Byron Young will become the Rams' top edge rusher with Myles Garrett out, giving him his biggest opportunity yet in a contract year.
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