Browns Deny Myles Garrett Trade Rumors

Cleveland adamant star pass rusher is not on the trade block

Mar. 28, 2026 at 2:05pm

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The Cleveland Browns have shut down rumors that they are looking to trade star defensive end Myles Garrett. Recent contract restructuring had sparked speculation that the team was clearing cap space to facilitate a trade, but the Browns have firmly denied those reports, stating Garrett is not available.

Why it matters

Garrett is one of the NFL's elite pass rushers, having won Defensive Player of the Year in 2022. His potential availability would have sparked a frenzy of trade interest from contending teams looking to add an impact defender. The Browns' decision to keep Garrett signals they are committed to building around him as a cornerstone of their defense.

The details

The Browns recently restructured Garrett's contract, moving around $160 million in cap space. This led to speculation the team was clearing room to facilitate a trade. However, NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reported the Browns have firmly denied those rumors, stating Garrett is not on the trade block and will remain in Cleveland.

  • The contract restructuring occurred in late March 2026.

The players

Myles Garrett

A star defensive end for the Cleveland Browns who was named NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2022.

Mike Garafolo

An NFL Network reporter who broke the news that the Browns are adamant Garrett will not be traded.

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What they’re saying

“It was not on the table last year. It is not on the table again this year. ... The Browns are saying they're not gonna trade him, and they've promised us that we're not gonna look dumb if we say that. So we'll see.”

— Mike Garafolo, NFL Network Reporter

The takeaway

The Browns' decision to keep Myles Garrett signals their commitment to building around the elite pass rusher as a cornerstone of their defense. This will disappoint teams around the league who were hoping to potentially trade for Garrett, but it reinforces Cleveland's belief that he is a vital part of their long-term plans.