Overview
- Los Angeles completed a blockbuster trade for Myles Garrett this offseason, sending Jared Verse plus 2027 first‑, 2028 second‑ and a conditional 2029 pick to Cleveland as part of the package.
- The addition of Garrett immediately elevates the Rams’ championship odds and coaching staff members say he should boost the pass rush and make other defenders easier to deploy.
- ESPN analysts have projected historic production for Garrett in his first Rams season, including a prediction he could reach 20 sacks, based on a stronger supporting cast and more favorable game flow.
- Speculation that retired defensive tackle Aaron Donald is considering a comeback has intensified after an Instagram clip and multiple reports, but there is no agreement, no firm timetable, and the team has not announced any roster move.
- The Rams restructured Garrett’s pay timing to prioritize a 2026 push, and any Donald signing would require solving cap, roster and usage details such as pitch counts and delayed reporting while the Browns gain cost‑controlled assets to aid their rebuild.