Myles Garrett undergoes knee surgery, out for approximately six weeks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 11:21 AM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Los Angeles Rams defensive end Myles Garrett is expected to miss about six weeks following knee surgery. He underwent the procedure after struggling with a knee injury during the Rams' Week 1 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Although Garrett was placed on injured reserve, he is aiming for an earlier return than the projected Week 9 game against the Washington Commanders on November 8. His presence will be critical for the Rams as they pursue their Super Bowl aspirations after acquiring him to boost their defense.
- •Myles Garrett had knee surgery after Week 1 injury.
- •He is placed on injured reserve for at least four weeks.
- •Projected return is for the Week 9 game against Washington.
- •Garrett hopes to recover sooner than the projected timeline.
- •Rams traded for Garrett to enhance their Super Bowl chances.
- 11:21 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Myles Garrett will need about six weeks to recover from knee surgery
"Garrett might not be back until Week 9 against the Commanders.
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