Myles Garrett and A.J. Brown placed on injured reserve for weeks
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Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Los Angeles Rams linebacker Myles Garrett and New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown are sidelined with significant injuries early in the 2026 NFL season. Garrett, who underwent knee surgery, is expected to miss at least four games after struggling with the injury in Week 1. Meanwhile, Brown sustained a high ankle sprain during the Patriots' opening game and has also been placed on injured reserve. Both players were key offseason acquisitions, making their absence more concerning for their teams as the season progresses.
- •Myles Garrett out for at least four weeks after knee surgery.
- •A.J. Brown on injured reserve due to high ankle sprain.
- •Both players key offseason acquisitions for their teams.
- •Garrett struggled during Week 1, recording no tackles.
- •Patriots' passing offense is in disarray without Brown.
- 3:59 PMCBS NFL — 2026 NFL Week 2 injury panic meter: Myles Garrett, A.J. Brown, Sam Darnold sidelined with lower body issues
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