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Myles Garrett Trade Standoff Escalates as Browns Owner Declines Meeting

The Cleveland Browns remain firm on retaining Garrett, while the star pass rusher considers sitting out games to force a trade.

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Feb 5, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett on radio row at the Super Bowl LIX media center at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images/File Photo
Aug 24, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam sits on the bench during pregame warmups against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo

Overview

  • Myles Garrett, 2023 NFL Defensive Player of the Year, has publicly requested a trade, citing a desire to join a championship-contending team.
  • Browns owner Jimmy Haslam declined Garrett's request for a meeting, redirecting him to general manager Andrew Berry, who has repeatedly stated the team will not trade Garrett.
  • Garrett has reportedly shut down contract extension talks with the Browns and is prepared to sit out games if his trade demand is not met.
  • The Browns face financial constraints in trading Garrett before June 1, as it would result in a significant salary cap hit, making a trade unlikely before that date.
  • Despite the standoff, the Browns are unified in their stance to retain Garrett, positioning him as a key part of their long-term plans despite a disappointing 3-14 season in 2024.