Cleveland Browns Confirm No Plans to Trade Star Pass Rusher Myles Garrett Amid Struggles

The Cleveland Browns are struggling through a disappointing 2025 NFL season with a 2-6 record, but star defensive end Myles Garrett continues to perform at an elite level. Despite speculation about a potential trade, insider reports including those from Adam Schefter confirm the Browns have no intention of moving Garrett, viewing him as a cornerstone of their future. However, some analysts argue that trading Garrett now could yield valuable draft picks to accelerate the team's rebuilding process, given their need to improve the offensive line, wide receiver talent, and find a franchise quarterback. Garrett, who signed a $160 million extension in 2025, remains one of the league’s top pass rushers and now represents a comparatively economical contract amid rising defensive end salaries. While Garrett has expressed frustration with the team's lack of success, the Browns’ commitment to him signals their belief in his long-term value despite the current struggles. The debate continues between retaining an elite talent during a rebuild versus leveraging his trade value to fast-track the team’s return to contention.