Myles Garrett struggles in Los Angeles Rams debut against 49ers

Myles Garrett experienced a difficult NFL debut for the Los Angeles Rams during a 27-7 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in Melbourne, Australia. The reigning Defensive Player of the Year recorded no tackles or sacks, a performance Garrett described as the “worst version of myself.” He attributed the struggle to a lingering knee injury involving swelling that had affected his training camp preparation.

San Francisco 49ers left tackle Trent Williams was a key factor in neutralizing Garrett, utilizing his size and athleticism to protect quarterback Brock Purdy. While Garrett recorded five pressures, he was unable to disrupt the 49ers' offensive rhythm.

The blockbuster trade that sent Garrett to the Rams also saw Jared Verse move from the Rams to the Cleveland Browns. Verse, a former Defensive Rookie of the Year, is preparing for his Browns debut against Jacksonville, expressing a commitment to winning rather than pursuing draft position through tanking.