Forget the Rams: The Biggest Winner of the Myles Garrett Trade Is Joe Burrow
Summary
The Cleveland Browns traded star defensive player Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for several draft picks and a young player. This trade removes a major challenge for Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, who has been sacked by Garrett more than any other player. The Bengals have also strengthened their team this offseason, aiming to compete for the Super Bowl.Key Facts
- The Browns traded Myles Garrett, a two-time Defensive Player of the Year, to the Rams.
- Garrett had a record-breaking 23 sacks in the 2025 season.
- The Rams gave the Browns multiple future draft picks and a young edge rusher, Jared Verse.
- Garrett is considered one of the best defensive players in the NFL and is only 30 years old.
- Joe Burrow, Bengals' quarterback, has been sacked by Garrett 16 times in 14 games—more than any other player.
- The Bengals have signed strong defensive players like Boye Mafe, Bryan Cook, Jonathan Allen, and traded for Dexter Lawrence.
- Burrow believes the Bengals have their most talented team since he joined and aims to win many games and the Super Bowl.
- The trade benefits Burrow as Garrett is now in a different conference, reducing pressure on him.
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