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‘I’m happy to be back and make the most of my time off and the rest of the time I got’: Myles Garrett expected to play for Rams against Commanders on Sunday

Outside linebacker Myles Garrett is expected to suit up for the Rams against the Commanders in Week 9 on Sunday for the first time since Week 1 against the 49ers in Australia.

By Zach Edwards · The Rams

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 11:39 PM

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Myles Garrett is expected to return from injured reserve for the Rams against the Commanders on Sunday.
Rams head coach Sean McVay confirmed Garrett is set to play barring any setbacks.
Garrett underwent knee surgery following the Rams' Week 1 matchup against the 49ers in Australia.

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Los Angeles Rams outside linebacker Myles Garrett is expected to play against the Washington Commanders on Sunday in Week 9, according to head coach Sean McVay. Garrett had been placed on injured reserve after undergoing knee surgery following the team's Week 1 opener in Australia.

Garrett returned to practice this week after his 21-day practice window was opened on Monday. Sunday's matchup will mark the first time Garrett shares the field with defensive end Aaron Donald, following Garrett's blockbuster trade to the Rams on June 1.

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