Myles Garrett traded to Rams, affecting NFC West dynamics
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 12:05 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Los Angeles Rams have acquired Myles Garrett from the Cleveland Browns in a significant trade. This move is seen as an effort by the Rams to bolster their defense after losing to the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Championship Game last season. Cleveland's decision to trade Garrett, a two-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year, comes after restructuring his contract to facilitate the deal. The Rams traded promising EDGE rusher Jared Verse in return, who is six years younger than Garrett. This trade enhances the Rams' pass rush capabilities, while also posing a new challenge for the Arizona Cardinals, as the Rams aim to compete aggressively in the NFC West.
- •Garrett was traded from the Browns to the Rams.
- •The Rams traded Jared Verse in exchange for Garrett.
- •Garrett is a two-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year.
- •This trade impacts NFC West competition dynamics.
- •The Rams look to enhance their defense after last season's playoff loss.
- 12:05 AMYahoo Sports — What Myles Garrett going to the Rams means for the Cardinals
"Huge trade places an advantage in the division
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