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Myles Garrett

LA Outside Linebacker #95

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Rams activated EDGE Myles Garrett (knee) from injured reserve.

No surprise here as Rams HC Sean McVay told reporters Friday that Garrett is expected to play in Week 9 against the Commanders. The Rams are 4-4, but will finally have Garrett and Aaron Donald on the same defensive line. That could cause problems for opposing offensive lines, starting with Washington’s on Sunday.
Terrance Ferguson

LA Tight End #18

Rams ruled out Terrance Ferguson (ankle/hamstring) for Week 9 against the Commanders.

Ferguson was set to make his return from injured reserve, having rehabilitated his early-season ankle injury. Unfortunately, he strained his hamstring in practice today and has now been ruled out. With Colby Parkinson (ribs) questionable, Tyler Higbee sneaks back into the TE1 conversation.
Colby Parkinson

LA Tight End #84

Colby Parkinson (ribs) is questionable to play in Week 9 against the Commanders.

Parkinson sat out on Wednesday and Thursday. His Friday participation level has not yet been released, but he is probably on the wrong side of questionable at this time. Parkinson does not need to be rostered in 12-team leagues, especially with Terrance Ferguson (ankle) expected to play.
Jordan Whittington

LA Wide Receiver #88

Jordan Whittington (back) is questionable for Week 9 against the Commanders.

Whittington has just two catches on the season, and with head coach Sean McVay suggesting he wants to get Tutu Atwell more involved, it seems unlikely Whittington will have a role as more than a returner even if he can play against Washington come Sunday. Trent McDuffie (back) is also questionable for that contest, and won’t practice Friday.
Terrance Ferguson

LA Tight End #18

Rams HC Sean McVay told reporters that Terrance Ferguson (ankle) is expected to play in Week 9 against the Commanders.

Ferguson will be able to play for the first time since he suffered his medial ankle sprain in Week 3. The second-year tight end offers some volatility, but there’s no denying that there’s upside in his profile. Just don’t be shocked if it isn’t on full display just yet in Week 9.
Myles Garrett

LA Outside Linebacker #95

Rams HC Sean McVay told reporters Friday that Myles Garrett (knee) is expected to play against the Commanders in Week 9.

Garrett will need to come off injured reserve, with the Rams likely making that transaction closer to gametime. The 30-year-old has been as good as any defensive player in football, and for the first time he’ll get to be on the same field as Aaron Donald as teammates. Best of luck, Commanders’ offensive line.
Myles Garrett

LA Outside Linebacker #95

NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reports Myles Garrett (knee) “is on track to be activated ahead of Sunday vs. the Commanders.”

Garrett has practiced all week and will likely be activated in the next 24 to 48 hours. The star pass-rusher who was acquired by the Rams in a blockbuster trade this offseason played in just one game for the Rams this season and did not record a tackle. Now, after undergoing knee surgery to correct a nagging injury, Garrett is all but set to return against the Commanders after missing seven straight games. His return will provide a much-needed boost to a Rams defense that ranks near the bottom of the league in sacks (12) through the first half of the season.
Myles Garrett

LA Outside Linebacker #95

Myles Garrett (knee) limited again on Thursday.

Garrett has a chance to face the Commanders this week, but he still belongs in the questionable column at this time. Rams CB1 Trent McDuffie (back) and S Kam Curl (foot) both missed practice for the second time this week.
Matthew Stafford

LA Quarterback #9

Matthew Stafford (right elbow) practiced in full on Thursday.

Stafford has downplayed inquiries regarding his throwing-arm injury, saying he’s been icing his elbow post-game and post-practice for a while now — and he called out the beat reporters for missing it. Lingering elbow soreness isn’t exactly reassuring, but at least he is practicing fully. Stafford should be good to go for the Rams’ Week 9 game against the Commanders, but this is obviously worth monitoring.
Terrance Ferguson

LA Tight End #18

Terrance Ferguson (ankle) was spotted at practice Thursday.

Ferguson had his 21-day practice window open up, and it’s a positive sign that he’s been able to practice on back-to-back days. There’s no guarantee he’ll play in Week 9 against the Commanders, but even if he misses that contest, it seems likely the second-year tight end will be back for the second half of the campaign.