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Rams trade for Myles Garrett raises questions about cost and value

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Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Rams trade for Myles Garrett raises questions about cost and value
Summary

The Los Angeles Rams acquired Myles Garrett, a top defensive player, from the Cleveland Browns, aiming to enhance their Super Bowl prospects. Garrett's impressive record includes a 23-sack season and winning the NFL Defensive Player of the Year award. The Rams traded Jared Verse, the 2024 Defensive Rookie of the Year, along with multiple future draft picks. This decision highlights their strategy of prioritizing current championship potential over future resources. Analysts consider the trade's long-term implications and whether the Rams could have bolstered the roster without making this move.

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By the Numbers
  • •Rams traded for Myles Garrett, boosting Super Bowl LX chances.
  • •Garrett recorded a record-setting 23 sacks last season.
  • •L.A. gave up Jared Verse and future draft capital for Garrett.
  • •Trade raises questions about short-term gain versus long-term strategy.
  • •Analysts compare Garrett trade to past successful and unsuccessful moves.
Latest Updates
  • 8:21 PMCBS NFL — Myles Garrett gives the Rams a better shot at winning the Super Bowl, but was he worth the cost?
What they're saying
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The question isn't who the better player is between Garrett and Jared Verse -- it's whether the difference between them justifies everything Los Angeles gave up

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