Rams defense excels despite missing key players early in season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 2:07 PM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026

The Los Angeles Rams' defense has performed strongly through the first four games of the season, allowing the second-fewest yards per game despite significant injuries. Myles Garrett and Aaron Donald have missed multiple games, with Garrett on injured reserve and Donald returning for select contests. Despite these absences, the Rams rank ninth in points allowed per game and second against the pass. They have made crucial adjustments and excelled on third and fourth downs, showing resilience during the absence of key starters. With several players stepping up, the Rams look to maintain their defensive momentum heading into upcoming games.
- •Rams allow 247.5 yards per game, second-fewest in NFL.
- •Defense ranks ninth in points allowed per game at 20.8.
- •Myles Garrett is on injured reserve; Aaron Donald missed two games.
- •Rams rank seventh in third down conversion defense at 33.3%.
- •Defensive coordinator Chris Shula adapting strategies effectively.
- 2:07 PMYahoo Sports — Rams defense dominating despite missing key players in first 4 games
"The Rams are allowing the 2nd-fewest yards per game despite missing Myles Garrett, Aaron Donald and other starters for multiple games.
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