Cleveland Browns star EDGE rusher Myles Garrett sent shockwaves through the NFL when he released an emotional statement on Monday, announcing that he had officially requested a trade from the Browns. The news quickly caught the attention of Detroit Lions fans, who have been clamoring for the team to make a move to acquire the elite pass rusher.
In his statement, Garrett made it clear that while his love for Cleveland and its passionate fanbase remains, his ultimate goal is to win a Super Bowl. Garrett, one of the most dominant defensive players in the NFL, expressed his desire to compete for championships on the biggest stage, which he believes would be more attainable elsewhere.
Myles Garrett’s Full Statement:
Here is Garrett's full statement, via Ian Rapoport:
“As a kid dreaming of the NFL, all I focused on was the ultimate goal of winning a Super Bowl—and that goal fuels me today more than ever. My love for the community of Northeast Ohio and the incredible fanbase of the Cleveland Browns has made this one of the toughest decisions of my life. These past eight years have shaped me into the man that I am today.
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 that in mind, I have requested to be traded from the Cleveland Browns.”
— Myles Garrett
Detroit Lions Fans Go Wild
As soon as the announcement was made, Detroit Lions fans went into overdrive, calling on GM Brad Holmes to seize the opportunity and acquire Garrett. The thought of pairing Garrett with the already talented Aidan Hutchinson is enough to send any Lions fan into a daydream about one of the most dynamic pass-rushing duos in the league.
Many fans believe that with Garrett’s trade request, the Lions could have a legitimate chance to land him, especially as Detroit’s defense continues to improve. With Hutchinson expected to be fully healthy for 2025, adding Garrett would put the Lions’ defense in a position to compete for a Super Bowl for years to come.
Will the Lions Pursue Garrett?
Though the Browns have expressed their desire to keep Garrett, the Lions could be among the teams to call if a deal becomes possible. However, acquiring a player of Garrett’s caliber would undoubtedly come with a hefty price tag. The Lions would need to offer significant draft capital, and with GM Brad Holmes prioritizing youth and the NFL Draft, it remains to be seen whether Holmes will make such a move.
Nevertheless, the news of Garrett’s trade request has certainly created an air of excitement around Detroit. If the Lions do manage to land Garrett, it could be the final piece they need to transform their defense into one of the most feared units in the NFL.