Detroit Lions Have Not Given Up on Acquiring Myles Garrett
The Detroit Lions have not yet given up on a potential trade involving Cleveland Browns star Myles Garrett, according to a recent report by Jeff Risdon of Lions Wire. While Garrett requested a trade earlier this offseason, the Lions’ interest in acquiring the All-Pro pass rusher has remained strong.
Detroit Lions’ Aggression at the Trade Deadline
During the 2024 NFL season, the Lions were reportedly the most aggressive team in trying to trade for Garrett, who was considered one of the top defensive players in the league. Although the deal did not materialize last year, the Lions have not backed down in their pursuit.
“Now that Garrett has requested a trade, I talked to sources from both teams who verified that the Lions have contacted the Browns again about Garrett’s availability,” Jeff Risdon writes. “Nothing specific on any potential offers, but the Lions clearly haven’t given up on adding Garrett, the 2023 NFL Defensive Player of the Year.”
It’s Not Going To Happen
Despite reporting that the Lions have not given up on their pursuit of Myles Garrett, Risdon quickly added that it’s not going to happen.
“As for the potential of Detroit getting Garrett this year? Yeah, no,” Risdon noted. “Every Browns voice in Indy, from GM Andrew Berry on down through their entire Cleveland media throng, insists to a person — quite adamantly both on and off the record — that Garrett isn’t going anywhere….at least not before the NFL Draft in April, which makes speculating about this year’s draft compensation as part of any deal completely moot.”
Lions’ Intent to Strengthen Pass Rush
The Lions have a clear goal of improving their defense this offseason, particularly their pass rush. Garrett, who was named the 2023 NFL Defensive Player of the Year, would be a game-changing addition to their already-impressive defense. While the Lions have not disclosed any potential offers or specifics regarding their discussions with the Browns, it’s clear that they remain committed to acquiring one of the most dominant edge rushers in the game.
