Rams acquire Myles Garrett in trade with Browns for multiple draft picks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 12:10 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The Los Angeles Rams traded for star edge rusher Myles Garrett from the Cleveland Browns on June 1. In exchange, the Rams sent Jared Verse, a 2027 first-round pick, a 2028 second-round pick, and a 2029 third-round pick. Garrett, coming off a season with 23 sacks, has been a consistent force in his career, being named first-team All-Pro five times and appearing in six consecutive Pro Bowls. The addition of Garrett aims to bolster the Rams' defense, which struggled last season. The Rams have also added cornerback Trent McDuffie and former Chief Jaylen Watson to improve their secondary.
- •Rams traded for Myles Garrett on June 1, 2026.
- •Los Angeles sent Jared Verse and three future picks to Cleveland.
- •Garrett recorded 23 sacks last season, leading the league.
- •Rams also acquired cornerback Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson.
- •This move aims to address defensive weaknesses from last season.
- 12:10 PMYahoo Sports — How the Myles Garrett trade instantly elevates the Rams into Championship contention
"There was a football reason behind the Rams’ decision to trade for Myles Garrett. Add an edge rusher who can force an offence to change its plans all by himself.
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