Nevermind winning a Super Bowl, Aaron Donald and Myles Garrett have to save Rams’ season

The Rams signed Aaron Donald and Myles Garrett to help build a Super Bowl contender, but injuries across the roster mean the two star defenders may now be central to keeping the team’s season alive. Los Angeles has won three straight and revived its playoff hopes, yet another defeat by Arizona could undo that progress.

The Rams face the Cardinals in Week 10, after losing to them 18-16 in Week 6. Garrett returned from knee surgery against Washington and recorded three sacks, though he says he is not fully fit; Donald has yet to post the sack totals expected, but both say their combined pressure should create opportunities for each other and other defenders. The offense is also missing receivers Puka Nacua and Davante Adams, among others, while the offensive line is dealing with injuries.