Detroit Lions Eyeing Bold Trade for $160 Million Superstar

Could a bold move for Myles Garrett transform the Detroit Lions into NFC powerhouses?

The Detroit Lions are eyeing a return to their 2024 form after a 2025 season that left fans wanting more, finishing with a 9-8 record and missing the playoffs. For many, the key to this resurgence lies in bolstering the offensive line to give Jared Goff the protection he needs. Yet, there's buzz around a potential blockbuster move that could redefine the team's trajectory.

Enter the intriguing suggestion from ESPN's Mike Tannenbaum: trading for Myles Garrett. "Myles Garrett to the Detroit Lions, who says no?"

Tannenbaum posed on ESPN's GetUp. He highlighted the potential of pairing Garrett with Aiden Hutchinson, creating a formidable defensive duo that, combined with their offensive firepower, could propel the Lions to Super Bowl contention and possibly make them the NFC's top team.

So, could the Lions realistically pull off a trade for Garrett? Financially, it's not as far-fetched as it might seem.

According to Over the Cap, trading Garrett post-June 1 would leave the Browns with $15 million in dead money while saving them $8.1 million. For a team in rebuild mode like Cleveland, this might be an appealing option.

From Detroit's perspective, absorbing Garrett's $40 million average per year contract is a challenge, but not insurmountable. There are always creative ways to manage the salary cap, and the prospect of having Hutchinson and Garrett wreaking havoc on opposing offenses is tantalizing.

While such a trade would undoubtedly cause a stir, it's not beyond the realm of possibility. If Coach Dan Campbell prioritizes immediate impact over draft capital this offseason, the Lions could very well make a splash that sets the NFL world abuzz.