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Rams face challenges without Myles Garrett ahead of Week 2 matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 4:08 AM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Rams face challenges without Myles Garrett ahead of Week 2 matchup

Summary

The Los Angeles Rams prepare for their Week 2 game against the New York Giants amid significant concerns after the injury of star defender Myles Garrett. Garrett is set to undergo knee surgery and will be sidelined for at least four weeks. This comes after the Rams struggled in their opener, losing to the San Francisco 49ers, raising questions about quarterback Matthew Stafford's performance and the overall strength of their defense. The Rams are currently ranked in the top five of the NFL power rankings, but their status as Super Bowl favorites is in doubt as they navigate early-season challenges.

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Status Watch

•Myles Garrett undergoes knee surgery; out at least four weeks.
•Rams lost to the 49ers in their season opener.
•Matthew Stafford's recent performance has raised concerns.
•Rams face Giants next in a crucial Week 2 matchup.
•Rams remain in the top five of NFL power rankings.

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4:08 AMYahoo Sports — NFL Power Rankings entering Week 2: What do we make of the Rams without Myles Garrett?

What they're saying

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The Rams remain in the top 5 but for how long? Meanwhile the Niners and Giants made the biggest jumps in the league. Headed in the opposite direction: the Cowboys and Broncos.
— Yahoo Sportsby Frank Schwab

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