Friday started out to be a quiet day in Cleveland Browns world and then the news hit that defensive end Myles Garrett’s request to meet with team ownership was shut down.
That set off a flurry of discussion about what is next in the ongoing saga of Garrett wanting out of town and team officials wanting him to stay, rumors about who has the leverage (and how much) in the situation, and just what is the source of Garrett’s frustration beyond just being tired of losing.
And that is before we even had a chance to think about free agency, which starts on Monday when teams can start talking with agents about the parameters of a deal. Speaking of which, be sure to stay on top of potential free agents with our expanding list of player profiles.
Truly, there is never a dull moment when it comes to the Browns, and we have all the latest in today’s edition of the Saturday Dawg Chow.
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Myles Garrett rumor: Frustration not just about QB, organization; Walk away options? (Jared Mueller) - While Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett has made it clear that he wants to win a Super Bowl, most have interpreted that as a shot at Deshaun Watson, the quarterback position as a whole, and his lack of belief in the organization. While those factors may be true, according to a report they weren’t the only ones at play for Garrett’s frustrations.
Myles Garrett, agent play leverage game with Browns, new threat lingers according to report (Jared Mueller) - Just how far would defensive end Myles Garrett go to get out of Cleveland?
Myles Garrett trade request update: Browns owner turns down player’s request (Jared Mueller) - Marked by many fans as a meddling owner, in this case, Jimmy Haslam is reportedly aligned with the plan to keep Myles Garrett a member of the Cleveland Browns as he refused to meet with the former Defensive Player of the Year.
Players the Browns should prioritize in free agency on defense (Damon Wolfe) - If the Cleveland Browns can add a few strategic pieces to the defense along with a competent quarterback during the first week of free agency, you can start to wonder if that might change Myles Garrett’s stance regarding his continued employment in Cleveland.
NFL Free Agency Profile: LB Robert Spillane (Thomas Moore) - With free agency opening next week, the Cleveland Browns could be in the market for linebackers and a short-term option could be seven-year veteran Robert Spillane of the Las Vegas Raiders.
NFL Draft Profile: WR Tai Felton, Maryland (Matt Wilson) - Maryland wide receiver Tai Felton is a player who could be on the Cleveland Browns’ radar heading into draft weekend due to his straight-line speed, loose hips, and YAC-ability.
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