Myles Garrett has just shaken up the NFL world. The reigning Defensive Player of the Year has requested a trade from the Cleveland Browns, citing his desire to win a Super Bowl. In a statement, he made it clear: “While I’ve loved calling this city my home, my desire to win and compete on the biggest stages won’t allow me to be complacent. The goal was never to go from Cleveland to Canton, it has always been to compete for and win a Super Bowl.”
With Garrett on the trade block, teams with championship aspirations will scramble to acquire one of the best edge rushers in football. Here are three teams that make the most sense for a blockbuster deal.
Detroit Lions
The Detroit Lions have aggressively built a roster of Super Bowl-caliber players, and adding Myles Garrett would elevate their defense to another level. Despite losing key coordinators Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn, Detroit remains a serious contender in the NFC.
Aidan Hutchinson has been a force for the Lions, but he missed much of the season due to injury. Pairing him with Garrett would give Detroit one of the most fearsome pass-rush duos in the league. The Lions’ offense is already elite, and strengthening their defensive front could be the final piece to their championship puzzle.
Los Angeles Chargers
Jim Harbaugh’s arrival in Los Angeles signals a new era for the Chargers, and adding Myles Garrett would be the kind of aggressive move that sets the tone. The Chargers have the cap space- over $60 million projected- and the flexibility to make this trade work.
Joey Bosa’s injuries have made him unreliable, and Khalil Mack is set to hit free agency. The Chargers need an elite pass-rusher to anchor their defense, especially in a division where Patrick Mahomes reigns supreme. Jesse Minter, the team’s new defensive coordinator, would love to have Garrett as the focal point of his scheme.
The Chargers suffered a shocking Wild Card loss to the Houston Texans, highlighting their defensive deficiencies. Harbaugh prioritizes toughness, and Garrett fits perfectly into that philosophy. If the Chargers want to compete in the AFC West, they need a game-changer on defense. Garrett could be that guy.
