The Cleveland Browns face a challenging future after a rough 3-14 season. However, Browns general manager Andrew Berry firmly stated that star edge rusher Myles Garrett is a non-negotiable cornerstone of the franchise. Throughout the team’s struggles, Garrett remained a reliable presence on defense, recording 14 sacks, which earned him a First Team All-Pro selection for the fourth time in his eight-year career. Since entering the league, Garrett has been one of the most consistently dominant defenders in football, and Berry recognizes the immense value he brings, despite the shortcomings of the rest of the roster.
When questioned on whether he would consider a trade package with multiple first-round picks for Garrett, Berry made it clear he would not entertain such an offer. “Do you say, ‘I’m not interested’?” a reporter asked, to which Berry responded, “Correct,” according to Kelsey Russo of the team’s website. “You can put that on the record.” Despite past trade rumors surrounding Garrett, his talents make him desirable to any team in the league, as he consistently stands out on the field.
Berry expressed his hope for Garrett to retire a Brown, highlighting the significant impact he still has on the team. “I think you can assume that we do anticipate at some point doing a third contract with Myles,” Berry stated. “We want him to retire here.” Given the high regard in which Berry holds Garrett, it’s likely that a substantial third contract will be forthcoming to secure Garrett’s future in Cleveland. Now, the decision rests with Garrett, and it will be interesting to see if he shares Berry’s desire to remain in Cleveland.
