Myles Garrett will undergo knee surgery and head to IR
NBCSports.com • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 3:31 PM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Myles Garrett will have knee surgery and subsequently be placed on injured reserve. This follows a poor performance by his team, as they were defeated by the 49ers in Melbourne. Garrett's decision comes after his candid remarks regarding his health affecting his play. The team will need to reassess their defense in his absence moving forward.
- •Myles Garrett will undergo knee surgery this week.
- •He will be placed on injured reserve following the surgery.
- •Garrett cited health issues affecting his performance.
- •His team lost to the 49ers in Melbourne.
- 3:31 PMNBCSports.com — Myles Garrett will have knee surgery, head to IR - NBC Sports
"The dream team has encountered an unexpected detour.
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