Lamar Jackson reacts to Myles Garrett's departure from AFC North
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 12:33 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson expressed his relief following the Cleveland Browns' trade of Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams. Jackson was at the Ravens' mandatory minicamp when he responded positively to the news, contrasting it with the arrival of Jared Verse from the Rams. Garrett, who set an NFL record with 23 sacks last season, leaves behind a significant legacy in Cleveland with 125.5 career sacks. His trade includes multiple draft picks for the Browns. Jackson acknowledged the challenge presented by Verse, who is also an accomplished pass rusher.
- •Garrett was traded to the Rams in exchange for Jared Verse and draft picks.
- •Jackson was sacked four times by Garrett in their last matchup on November 16, 2025.
- •Garrett holds the Browns' record with 125.5 career sacks.
- •Verse has won the AP NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award and is a two-time Pro Bowler.
- •The trade impacts the competitiveness of the AFC North moving forward.
- 12:33 AMYahoo Sports — Ravens QB Lamar Jackson reacts to Myles Garrett leaving the AFC North
"The Cleveland Browns traded reigning NFL Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams last week.
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