Myles Garrett: Rams’ opponents will have to pick their poison, me or Aaron Donald

Myles Garrett, defensive end of the Los Angeles Rams, is back from injured reserve and slated to play in the Week 9 matchup against the Washington Commanders on Sunday. The team also moved Ronnie Rivers onto the active roster and promoted two practice‑squad players. The activation was reported by Yahoo Sports, CBS Sports and NFL.com, each noting the knee issue that sidelined Garrett. NFL.com added that his return could unleash Aaron Donald and lift an injury‑hit Rams defense.

The league‑approved injury report posted by the Rams confirms Garrett as active, lists Trent McDuffie, Colby Parkinson and Kam Curl questionable, and notes Terrance Ferguson ruled out. The same report shows the team’s depth‑chart adjustments ahead of the Sunday game. NBC Sports frames the upcoming contest as a choice for opponents between confronting Garrett or Donald, underscoring the defensive line’s new flexibility. Yet the Rams still navigate multiple health questions, with three defensive backs listed as questionable.

Observers will be watching how Washington’s offensive line adapts and whether the Rams’ late‑week health updates confirm full availability for the secondary. The outcome will signal how much Garrett’s return reshapes the Rams’ pass‑rush dynamics.