The Rams' pass rush is about to get its biggest piece back. Myles Garrett will return to practice this week for the first time since undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery in mid-September, coach Sean McVay said Monday.

The 30-year-old star edge rusher has been on injured reserve throughout his recovery, missing the past seven games. His return to the practice field opens his activation window, though Los Angeles isn't rushing the final step: per NBC Sports, the team will make a decision on his Week 9 status later in the week.

Getting Garrett back would be a major midseason jolt for a Rams defense that has gone nearly two months without one of the league's premier pass rushers. If this week's practices go cleanly, Los Angeles could have him on the field as soon as Sunday — and the rest of the schedule suddenly looks very different for opposing offensive lines.