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Rams evaluate injuries to Puka Nacua and Myles Garrett ahead of season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 8:22 PM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Rams evaluate injuries to Puka Nacua and Myles Garrett ahead of season

Summary

The Los Angeles Rams are monitoring the conditions of wide receiver Puka Nacua and edge rusher Myles Garrett due to injuries. Head coach Sean McVay mentioned that both players are considered day-to-day, with Nacua suffering from psoas soreness and Garrett experiencing knee swelling. Neither injury is seen as serious, and both are expected to return to practice soon. Meanwhile, rookie offensive lineman Keagen Trost and wide receiver Mario Williams are projected to miss a few weeks due to hamstring injuries, impacting the Rams’ depth. The Rams face the San Francisco 49ers in their season opener on September 10, just weeks ahead.

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Status Watch

•Rams head coach Sean McVay updates injuries for key players
•Puka Nacua and Myles Garrett both day-to-day
•Rookie Keagen Trost and Mario Williams to miss weeks
•Nacua's injury stems from psoas soreness
•Garrett has knee swelling but is not at risk for the opener

Latest Updates

8:22 PMYahoo Sports — Rams reveal injury timeline update on Puka Nacua, Myles Garrett and more

What they're saying

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The Los Angeles Rams are taking their time with two of the biggest stars on their roster, but Sean McVay offered an encouraging timeline Monday. Wide receiver Puka Nacua and...
— Yahoo Sports

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