3 realistic landing spots for Myles Garrett next season
The reigning Defensive Player of the Year has expressed interest in going to a serious Super Bowl contender. Here are the ideal destinations for him.
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The Cleveland Browns have faced their second setback of the off-season. After news suggested that quarterback Deshaun Watson is likely to sit out for the 2025 season as well due to re-injuring his Achilles, the recent blow is going to have a much bigger impact on the Browns in the immediate future. On Monday, reigning Defensive Player of the Year, Myles Garrett has requested a trade from the team.
The statement came as a shock to fans of the team and the front office. Myles Garrett cited the lack of a winning culture as the reason for him wanting out. His intention is clear, to leave Cleveland and take his talents to a legitimate Super Bowl contender.
As Myles Garrett’s departure from Cleveland is guaranteed, it poses an interesting question. What team would the defensive end consider a trade to?
One thing is certain, he does not want to join an organization that is in the midst of a rebuild, nor does he want to join an organization that has struggled to make the postseason. Taking these factors into consideration, here are the three teams that will be the best fit for Myles Garrett.
3. Buffalo Bills
The Bills came close to making yet another Super Bowl, but the ghost of Patrick Mahomes drove them away from securing the win. Buffalo needs a defensive star on their roster and who better than a beast like Myles Garrett? He can have an immediate impact on their roster and improve that defensive line. Add the presence of Von Miller on the roster, which will prove to be beneficial for Garrett as he can further improve his game.
For the defensive end, Buffalo will be a great environment. He will go to a team with a loyal fanbase that will welcome him with open arms and benefit from his addition. In one year, his impact will be felt by the team and maybe he is the missing piece that Buffalo has been after this entire time.
2. Detroit Lions
Dan Campbell is everything that Myles Garrett needs. The cultural shift that the defensive end will experience going from Cleveland to Detroit will be worlds apart. He needs to be in an environment where players around him are immensely motivated, hard-working, and willing to run through a wall for one another.
If there is one team that is far from controversy, it is the Detroit Lions. The franchise has turned its fate around, yet this season ended disastrously owing to the mounting injuries on their defensive roster. However, next year, they will get their stars back and a defensive line featuring Myles Garrett alongside Aidan Hutchinson, which would be the nightmare of every quarterback in the NFL.
There are a few variables that may impact Garrett’s decision to join the Lions. Since Detroit has lost both of its coordinators, there is no clarity on who the next head of defense and offense will be. However, the key personality there is Dan Campbell, and he is going to stay there for a while, which should be reassuring for the defensive end.
1. Washington Commanders
Put number 95 in a burgundy and gold jersey ASAP. Myles Garrett and the Washington Commanders stand to benefit the most through this move. The NFC East team came one win shy of making the Super Bowl, but a dominant showing by the Eagles’ offense stopped them dead in their tracks.
Washington needs a better defensive line and who better to start the upgrade with than Myles Garrett? A beast of his caliber has all the tangibles and intangibles to take this franchise to the Super Bowl. It would be the best-case scenario for all teams involved in the trade.
No matter where Myles Garrett lands, he will have an immediate impact on the team. However, it will take a lot to convince Cleveland to trade for him. The teams will need to come up with an enticing package of first-round picks and players. Considering that Cleveland has less leverage moving forward because the player already wants out, the team will need to make the best out of this situation.
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