The Los Angeles Rams are finalizing a trade for Myles Garrett, sending outside linebacker Jared Verse and three draft picks to Cleveland. Garrett, a two-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year, recorded a 23-sack season in 2025—the most by any player since 1982. The Browns receive Verse, a 2027 first-rounder, 2028 second-rounder, and 2029 third-rounder.

Garrett's departure follows months of tension after he requested a trade in 2025. Despite signing a four-year, $160 million extension, the star pass rusher grew frustrated with Cleveland's direction, particularly the coaching changes. The Browns' decision to move on comes after drafting quarterback Ty Simpson 13th overall, signaling a rebuild focused on the future rather than retaining aging veterans.

Los Angeles views this as going all-in on Matthew Stafford's final years. The Rams already revamped their secondary with Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson, and now add Garrett to a defense that ranked eighth in pass rush win rate last season. His presence immediately elevates a unit that will build third-down packages around his dominance.

The trade shifts Las Vegas odds dramatically, with the Rams' Super Bowl chances improving from +800 to +600. While Cleveland stockpiles assets for their rebuild, Los Angeles makes a clear championship push with one of the NFL's most feared pass rushers joining forces with Aaron Donald's former defensive scheme.