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We get it, defensive end Myles Garrett wants a trade away from the Cleveland Browns.
However, the Browns have no duty to Garrett at this point to trade him to a contender as he wishes. Even though Garrett desires to compete for a Super Bowl, the Browns have to do what is best for their franchise at this point.
This was the case for the New Orleans Saints in a different regard just two years ago. Their general manager, Mickey Loomis, was faced with Sean Payton wanting to take another coaching job while still under contract with the Saints. Loomis and Payton are good friends, but it was still Loomis’ job and duty to get the best haul possible for his team over the desires of Payton.
It just so happened the Denver Broncos, Payton’s desired destination, ponied up to the tune of a first and second round pick for the coach.
If that is dealing Garrett to the New England Patriots, who hold the fourth overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft, then that is what the Browns must do despite how close they may or may not be to a Super Bowl title. They will have more to offer the Browns than a team like the Detroit Lions or Green Bay Packers sitting at the backend of the first round.
Garrett has every right to request a trade, but the Browns have to do what is best for the organization over granting Garrett’s every wish. If those wishes align with the best offer, that is great for Garrett. If not? That is no longer the Browns’ issue.