Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry confirmed the Myles Garrett contract modification was solely for cap flexibility, not a trade precursor. The adjusted terms delay option bonuses to seven days before the regular season, easing a potential post-June 1 trade. Berry emphasized Garrett, a career Brown and two-time Defensive Player of the Year, remains central to the team’s plans. "Myles is not on the trading block," Berry stated, dismissing speculation.

The change allows splitting Garrett’s dead cap hit across 2026-2027 if traded, though Berry stressed no trade discussions exist. Garrett, 30, holds the NFL’s single-season sack record (23) and leads the league in tackles for loss (33) in 2023.