Overview
- Cleveland coach Todd Monken confirmed in late May that he has not met Myles Garrett in person since taking the job and has had only limited contact with the pass rusher.
- The Browns and Garrett agreed to a contract modification in March that reporters say makes a trade more feasible after June 1 by changing how bonuses and cap charges are handled.
- Cleveland publicly insists it is not shopping Garrett, and several insiders express skepticism that the team will move its best player this summer.
- League chatter names several likely suitors, including the Eagles, Lions and Cowboys, but any deal would require premium picks and the ability to absorb Garrett’s large multi-year contract.
- Two near-term milestones will shape the outcome: June 1 for cap and trade mechanics and the Browns’ mandatory minicamp beginning June 9 when Garrett’s attendance and any meeting with Monken will be closely watched.