Sports · November 7, 2026
Pick your poison: Rams
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Los Angeles Rams defensive end Myles Garrett and defensive tackle Aaron Donald are scheduled to play their first game together this Sunday against the Washington Commanders. The pairing follows Garrett's return from injured reserve after undergoing knee surgery following the season opener, while Donald came out of retirement to join the 2026 season in Week 2. Garrett characterized the upcoming partnership as a 'pick your poison' scenario for opposing offenses, noting that he had previously not expected to have the opportunity to play alongside the fellow Defensive Player of the Year winner.
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Myles Garrett and Aaron Donald will play together for the first time this Sunday.
- The Rams are playing the Washington Commanders.
- Garrett is returning from an injured reserve stint.
- Donald came out of retirement for the 2026 season.
- Garrett underwent knee surgery after the season opener.
- Garrett described the pairing as 'pick your poison' for opponents.
Reported by only some outlets
- Donald entered the lineup in Week 2.
- Garrett arrived in Los Angeles via a trade in June.
- Donald has been more effective in run defense than pass rushing this season so far.
Confirmed
- Myles Garrett and Aaron Donald are scheduled to debut as a duo against the Commanders.
- Garrett is returning from knee surgery and an IR stint.
- Donald came out of retirement for the 2026 season.
Reported
- Garrett's arrival in LA was the catalyst for Donald's unretirement. (CBS Sports)
- Donald has been more effective in run defense than pass rushing this season. (CBS Sports)
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