Browns GM Andrew Berry Addresses Myles Garrett Trade Rumors

Berry's comments at the NFL Owners Meetings leave some uncertainty about the star defender's future in Cleveland.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 8:38pm

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Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry addressed the ongoing trade rumors surrounding star defensive end Myles Garrett at the NFL Owners Meetings in Phoenix. While Berry reiterated that the team has no plans to trade Garrett, his comments were seen as less definitive than his previous statements on the matter, leaving some uncertainty about the player's long-term future with the franchise.

Why it matters

Garrett is one of the Browns' most valuable players, a perennial Pro Bowler and the face of their defense. Any potential trade would have major implications for the team's roster, salary cap, and long-term competitiveness. The Browns would also need to find a way to replace Garrett's elite pass-rushing production if they were to move him.

The details

Last year, when Garrett had requested a trade, Berry firmly stated that the team had no interest in moving him. However, at the recent Owners Meetings, Berry's comments were more measured, noting that the team's recent contract adjustment with Garrett 'doesn't have anything to do with' a potential trade. This has led some to speculate that the Browns may be more open to dealing Garrett than they were previously.

  • At the 2025 NFL Combine, Berry said the Browns were 'not interested in moving' Garrett.
  • At the 2026 NFL Owners Meetings in Phoenix, Berry addressed the Garrett trade rumors.

The players

Andrew Berry

The general manager of the Cleveland Browns, responsible for the team's roster decisions and player personnel.

Myles Garrett

A star defensive end for the Cleveland Browns, a perennial Pro Bowler and one of the best pass rushers in the NFL.

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What they’re saying

“Understand the trade request and everything, but our stance really has not changed. We can't imagine a situation where not having Myles as a part of the organization is best for the Browns. [...] We're not interested in moving him.”

— Andrew Berry, Browns General Manager

“Part of that could be that Mary Kay Cabot's question sought an 'unequivocally not trading Myles Garrett' answer, and Berry did not give the sort of answer that the question sought. Berry did note that the Browns did not need to make the contract adjustment if they wanted to trade Garrett and that 'it doesn't have anything to do with that.'”

— Zac Jackson, Reporter, The Athletic

What’s next

The Browns will need to decide whether to keep Garrett long-term or explore trade options, which could have major implications for the team's roster and salary cap. The upcoming NFL Draft will also be a key factor, as the Browns may look to bolster their pass rush if they do move on from Garrett.

The takeaway

The uncertainty around Myles Garrett's future in Cleveland highlights the delicate balance teams must strike between retaining their star players and maximizing their roster flexibility. While the Browns have previously stated their commitment to Garrett, Berry's latest comments suggest the team may be more open to a potential trade than they have been in the past.