Myles Garrett Requests Trade from Browns, Team Insists He’s Staying

The All-Pro pass rusher cites a desire to compete for championships, but Cleveland remains firm on keeping him as a cornerstone of their roster.

Myles Garrett, a four-time All-Pro and 2023 Defensive Player of the Year, publicly requested a trade from the Cleveland Browns on February 3, citing a focus on team success over individual accolades.
Cleveland Browns General Manager Andrew Berry has reiterated that the team has no intention of trading Garrett, even for significant draft capital, emphasizing his importance to their future plans.
Garrett has two years left on his current contract and is reportedly seeking a new deal that would make him the highest-paid defensive player in the NFL, surpassing Nick Bosa’s $34 million annual salary.
Potential trade scenarios are complicated by Garrett’s high market value, with league insiders suggesting the Browns would demand at least a first-round pick and additional assets in return.
Garrett remains deeply connected to Cleveland, both on and off the field, and the Browns view him as a franchise cornerstone with aspirations for him to retire with the team.