At the Senior Bowl last week, Browns General Manager Andrew Berry reiterated his stance that he has no interest in trading 2023 AP Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett.
But that has not stopped Garrett from making his desire to play elsewhere public.
Garrett released a statement on Monday to multiple reporters formally requesting a trade from the Browns.
“As a kid dreaming of the NFL, all I focused on was the ultimate goal of winning a Super Bowl — and that goal fuels me today more than ever,” Garrett’s statement reads. “My love for the community of Northeast Ohio and the incredible fanbase of the Cleveland Browns has made this one of the toughest decisions of my life. These past eight years have shaped me into the man that I am today.
“While I’ve loved calling this city my home, my desire to win and compete on the biggest stages won’t allow me to be complacent. The goal was never to go from Cleveland to Canton, it has always been to compete for and win a Super Bowl.
“With that in mind, I have requested to be traded from the Cleveland Browns.”
Garrett’s statement references Berry’s words, as the G.M. noted twice in January that the organization envisioned Garrett going directly from Cleveland to the Hall of Fame in Canton.
The No. 1 pick of the 2017 draft, Garrett is a four-time, first-team All-Pro and is already one of the best players in franchise history. He’s recorded 102.5 sacks, becoming the first player in league history to record at least 14.0 sacks in four straight seasons in 2024.
While the Browns finished 3-14, Garrett nevertheless led the league with 22 tackles for loss. He also had 28 quarterback hits.
Garrett has two more years on his current contract, which would create significant dead money on the cap for Cleveland.
While Berry and the Browns may not have interest in trading Garrett, they now will surely get calls with offers for the star edge rusher.
In a shocking turn of events, star defensive end Myles Garrett has reportedly requested a trade from the Cleveland Browns. Garrett, who was the first overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft, has been a dominant force on the field, racking up sacks and wreaking havoc on opposing offenses.
The news of Garrett’s trade request comes as a surprise to many, as he has been a key player for the Browns and considered a cornerstone of their defense. It is unclear what has prompted Garrett to request a trade, but it is rumored that he is seeking a change of scenery and a fresh start with a new team.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Garrett’s future with the Browns, one thing is certain – he will be a highly sought-after player by teams looking to bolster their defense. It remains to be seen where Garrett will end up, but one thing is for sure – his departure will be a significant loss for the Browns. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
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