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Browns Confirm Myles Garrett Won't Be Traded

3/27/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Cleveland Browns deny any plan to trade star pass rusher Myles Garrett, saying contract adjustments were for cap flexibility.
ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that the Browns are "100% definitely not trading" Garrett.
Insiders say rumors linking Garrett to the San Francisco 49ers and Detroit Lions lack substance.
The Browns' contract restructuring does not create additional cap room but extends the potential for a future trade without immediate financial penalties.

History

Historical Context

In 2011, the NFL and NFL Players Association ratified a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), establishing a salary cap of $120 million per team. This agreement followed a contentious lockout that began in March 2011, driven by disputes over revenue sharing and player safety. The CBA's provisions significantly impacted team strategies, including contract restructuring and player trades, shaping the future of professional football.

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Story summary

The Cleveland Browns deny any plan to trade star pass rusher Myles Garrett, saying contract adjustments were for cap flexibility.
ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that the Browns are "100% definitely not trading" Garrett.
Insiders say rumors linking Garrett to the San Francisco 49ers and Detroit Lions lack substance.
The Browns' contract restructuring does not create additional cap room but extends the potential for a future trade without immediate financial penalties.

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