Browns GM Shuts Down Myles Garrett Trade Rumors

Andrew Berry says Garrett is a 'career Brown' despite contract adjustment

Mar. 30, 2026 at 12:22pm

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Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry firmly dismissed any speculation that the team is looking to trade star defensive end Myles Garrett. Berry stated that the recent contract adjustment made to Garrett's deal had nothing to do with a potential trade, and that Garrett is considered a 'career Brown' and 'one of the faces of our organization.'

Why it matters

Myles Garrett is one of the NFL's premier pass rushers and a cornerstone of the Browns' defense. Any potential trade of Garrett would be a major shakeup for the franchise, so Berry's comments aim to quell persistent rumors and reaffirm the team's commitment to keeping Garrett in Cleveland long-term.

The details

The Browns recently adjusted Garrett's four-year, $160 million contract he signed in 2025, leading to speculation that the team could be looking to trade the star defensive end. However, Berry stated that the contract adjustment was not made with the intention of trading Garrett, and that he remains a 'career Brown' and 'one of the faces of our organization.' Garrett had previously expressed a desire to play for a contender in the final years of his career, but Berry said the team has been 'very clear' about their feelings towards Garrett.

  • The Browns adjusted Garrett's contract in March 2026.

The players

Andrew Berry

The general manager of the Cleveland Browns.

Myles Garrett

A star defensive end for the Cleveland Browns who is considered one of the best pass rushers in the NFL.

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What they’re saying

“If we wanted to trade Myles, we wouldn't have needed to make a contract adjustment. So it doesn't have anything to do with that.”

— Andrew Berry, Browns General Manager

“Myles is a career Brown. He is one of the faces of our organization. I think we've been very clear both past and present in terms of our feelings. I understand all the questions. I'll be honest, I don't really want to waste a ton more breath on the topic.”

— Andrew Berry, Browns General Manager

What’s next

The Browns will continue to build around Myles Garrett as a core part of their defense, with the team's focus on improving the roster and competing for a playoff spot in the 2026 NFL season.

The takeaway

This situation highlights the Browns' commitment to keeping Myles Garrett, one of the NFL's elite pass rushers, as a long-term fixture in Cleveland. Despite persistent trade rumors, the team's leadership has made it clear that Garrett is considered a 'career Brown' and a foundational piece of the franchise.