Panthers benefit as Browns trade Myles Garrett, Eagles trade A.J. Brown

The Carolina Panthers gained a favorable position for the 2026 season with significant trades made on June 1. The Cleveland Browns traded Myles Garrett, a two-time Defensive Player of the Year, to the Los Angeles Rams, removing him from the Panthers' Week 3 matchup. Additionally, the Philadelphia Eagles traded A.J. Brown to the New England Patriots, ensuring the Panthers will not face the prominent wide receiver in Week 6. Brown, a former Super Bowl champion and three-time All-Pro, reunites with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel. Carolina had previously kept Brown to 43 yards in their last meeting during the 2024 season.

• 8:55 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers' good fortune continues with another blockbuster trade on Monday