Myles Garrett Requests Trade from Browns, Citing Desire to Compete for Super Bowl

The star defensive end has expressed frustration with Cleveland's trajectory and hopes to join a contending team.

Myles Garrett publicly announced his request to be traded from the Cleveland Browns, citing a desire to compete for championships as his primary motivation.
Garrett, under contract through 2026, has stated he feels the team’s goals are not aligned with his aspirations for immediate success.
The Browns have reiterated they have no plans to trade Garrett, with GM Andrew Berry emphasizing his value to the franchise.
Garrett’s trade request has caused ripple effects, with teammate Denzel Ward expressing uncertainty about his own future if Garrett departs.
The Browns face significant financial challenges in trading Garrett, including a potential multi-million-dollar dead cap hit if a deal occurs before June 1.