The Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles are both eyeing potential reinforcements along the edge, and a recent development involving the Cleveland Browns could pave the way for a blockbuster trade that might interest these NFC East rivals.
The Browns have restructured Myles Garrett's contract, a move that offers them increased cap flexibility in the coming years. This adjustment, reported by ESPN's Field Yates, benefits both the team and Garrett, who sees modified option payments as part of the deal.
However, the buzz around the league suggests this contract tweak might be a precursor to a trade. According to Browns beat writer Tony Grossi, the changes make Garrett more tradeable, provided he waives his no-trade clause. Jason Fitzgerald of Over The Cap echoed this sentiment, pointing out that the modifications essentially make Garrett easier to move.
Should the Browns decide to entertain offers for Garrett, the Cowboys and Eagles are likely to be at the forefront of interested parties. Dallas could use another force on the edge to complement Rashan Gary, while the Eagles are in need of bolstering their pass rush, especially with Brandon Graham's future uncertain and Jaelan Phillips departing for the Carolina Panthers.
The Cowboys have already shown a willingness to make big moves, having been involved in trade talks for Maxx Crosby earlier this offseason before the Baltimore Ravens made a successful bid.
Meanwhile, the Eagles' general manager, Howie Roseman, has previously shown strong interest in Garrett. Last year, Yahoo Sports' Charles Robinson reported that Roseman was prepared to offer three first-round picks to land the star edge rusher.
Grossi suggests that any deal for Garrett would likely require a pair of first-round picks-one potentially from the promising 2027 draft class-and a player. Given Garrett's status as the all-time single-season sacks leader, the Browns should have no shortage of suitors if they decide to part ways with their generational talent.