The Myles Garrett trade is a win-win deal for the Cleveland Browns and the Los Angeles Rams. The blockbuster deal sends Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams for Jared Verse, a 2027 first-round pick, a second-rounder in 2028, and a third-rounder in 2029.
Why This Trade Is Good For Cleveland
Despite trading away the reigning defensive player of the year and single-season sack record holder, Cleveland actually won their side of this deal. The Browns tackled this trade with a build-young mindset, and that’s exactly what the franchise needs to do. They don’t have much of a shot to win anything in the next few years, which makes this a good deal for them. Getting rid of Garrett for good value before his time is done is a smart move.
Garrett is now 30 years old, as opposed to Verse, who is 25. Adding a young stud to their defensive line in place of Garrett is absolutely important, as they don’t have to fill that hole after this deal. Acquiring Verse is amazing for Cleveland, as he won the Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2024 and is a two-time Pro Bowler who continues to impress. At a young age, Verse has been promising and shows a bright future for Cleveland.
Collecting valuable draft compensation in this trade is huge for Cleveland, giving them flexibility and opportunity. Receiving a first-round pick in 2027, along with a future second and third-rounder, gives the Browns more chances to improve their roster. Cleveland drafted exceptionally well last season and potentially this year. Having two first-round picks in 2027 could make it three years in a row, helping them build a nice young core.
