Myles Garrett dropping a big hint about Browns next QB could be disastrous for Kenny Pickett

Star defensive end Myles Garrett believes that the Browns have narrowed down the quarterback choices despite adding Kenny Pickett to the roster.

Myles Garrett dropping a big hint about Browns next QB could be disastrous for Kenny Pickett

Myles Garrett and Kenny Pickett (Image via IMAGO)

The quarterback situation at the Cleveland Browns remains a mystery, but star defensive end Myles Garrett has inside knowledge of who might be the starter at Huntington Park in 2025. Kenny Pickett is confident that he can carry the mantle, but nothing is set in stone.

The Browns traded Dorian Thompson-Robinson to acquire Pickett from the Eagles, with whom he won Super Bowl LIX. It’s widely believed that Pickett may be the starter in week one after Deshaun Watson underwent surgery to repair his Achilles, which he re-injured while on vacation with his wife.

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According to the Associated Press, Watson is set to miss several weeks of football in 2025, but he helped the Browns in one area. The 29-year-old who signed a five-year, $230 million contract following his move from the Texans negotiated a restructure to free up $36 million in cap space, allowing them to sign Pickett.

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Meanwhile, Jameis Winston, who finished with a 2-5 record with the Browns in 2024, is unlikely to return, but the door remains if they miss out on their top target. But the question is, who is the Browns’ main target that will be their starter in 2025?

Garrett may know the answer. During a recent conversation with veteran NFL reporter Andrew Siciliano, the 29-year-old defensive player hinted that the Browns are closing in on a player.

After conversations I do have an idea [who the quarterback could be]… I like it enough to be here smiling in front of you because I think we have a good chance of that happening and making the most of it.

Myles Garrett said

Siciliano tried his best to get a name, but the former first-rounder didn’t budge.

You know I can’t do that.

Myles Garrett coyly replied

The Browns have ample faith in Garrett and would not leak any news. So much so that they even shared the video of the interview on their official X account.

The Browns hold the second overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft and are predicted to take either Cam Ward or Shedeur Sanders. Despite the possibility of landing a top college quarterback, Kevin Stefanski and Andrew Berry want a veteran head in the building. Garrett knows just the person fit for the job.

Myles Garrett dropping a big hint about Browns next QB could be disastrous for Kenny Pickett
Myles Garrett (Image via IMAGO)

During Friday’s press conference from the Browns facility, the 2023 NFL DOPY spoke about Russell Wilson as their possible quarterback.

I had a little bit of conversation [with Russell Wilson] at the Pro Bowl as well as here and I definitely think he’d be a valuable asset as a leader, as a mentor to those young guys… And I think he has definitely has some juice left at the position. He’s got plenty of arm left. He’s very smart and he knows what he’s capable of.

Myles Garrett said

Wilson was on the Steelers last year and shared snaps with Justin Fields. The 36-year-old is linked to the Giants, Browns, and a possible return to Pittsburgh, but the ball is in Aaron Rodgers’ court. Rodgers is the first choice for the Giants and Steelers, and until he decides on a destination, Wilson’s chances of playing for them are slim.

This leaves the Browns as a destination where Wilson can be the instant starter ahead of Pickett based on seniority alone. While Pickett only started one game for the Eagles, Wilson had a 6-5 record for the Steelers and played in the playoffs. More importantly, wide receiver Jerry Jeudy would prefer Wilson because they played together in Denver.

Whoever the Browns and Garrett have in mind, they must sign him up because they are the only ones in a loaded AFC North without a designated starting quarterback.

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