Denzel Ward expresses desire to stay with Browns after Garrett trade
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 1:53 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Denzel Ward stated he wants to remain with the Cleveland Browns after Myles Garrett was traded to the Los Angeles Rams. At a softball game on June 6, Ward affirmed his commitment despite the team's changes, saying, 'I definitely still want to be here.' Ward, the longest-tenured defensive player for the Browns following Garrett's departure, acknowledged the unpredictable nature of NFL trades but expressed gratitude for his time with Cleveland. General manager Andrew Berry indicated that the team plans to keep Ward, further securing his position with the Browns through at least the end of his current contract in 2028.
- •Ward wants to stay with the Browns after Garrett's trade.
- •He is now the longest-tenured defensive player on the team.
- •Berry plans to keep Ward and not entertain trade offers.
- •Ward's contract runs through the 2027 season.
- •Ward is coming off a Pro Bowl season.
- 1:53 PMYahoo Sports — “Still Want To Be Here”: Cleveland Browns CB Denzel Ward Makes Feelings Known About Wanting To Stay With the Team After the Myles Garrett Trade
- 7:05 PMYahoo Sports — Denzel Ward affirms commitment to Browns after Myles Garrett trade
- 6:13 PMNBCSports.com — Denzel Ward says he wants to stay with the Browns - NBC Sports
"The Cleveland Browns traded away Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams last week for Jared Verse and draft picks. There are questions about whether or not Cleveland should trade away cornerback Denzel Ward to another team. Ward has two years remaining on his contract. It is necessary for the Browns to keep some veterans […] The post “Still Want To Be Here”: Cleveland Browns CB Denzel Ward Makes Feelings Known About Wanting To Stay With the Team After the Myles Garrett Trade appeared first on Gri
"Denzel Ward is making it clear he wants to remain with the Cleveland Browns even after the Myles Garrett trade.
"Garrett trade doesn't change Ward's mindset.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 1:53 PM“Still Want To Be Here”: Cleveland Browns CB Denzel Ward Makes Feelings Known About Wanting To Stay With the Team After the Myles Garrett Trade
The Cleveland Browns traded away Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams last week for Jared Verse and draft picks. There are questions about whether or not Cleveland should trade away cornerback Denzel Ward to another team. Ward has two years remaining on his contract. It is necessary for the Browns to keep some veterans […] The post “Still Want To Be Here”: Cleveland Browns CB Denzel Ward Makes Feelings Known About Wanting To Stay With the Team After the Myles Garrett Trade appeared first on Gri
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 7:05 PMDenzel Ward affirms commitment to Browns after Myles Garrett trade
Denzel Ward is making it clear he wants to remain with the Cleveland Browns even after the Myles Garrett trade.
- NBCSports.comJun 6, 2026, 6:13 PMDenzel Ward says he wants to stay with the Browns - NBC Sports
Garrett trade doesn't change Ward's mindset.
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