The star’s defensive side said his demands will open difficult but necessary debates about the team’s future.
Despite signing a massive new extension, Miles Garrett, the defensive side of the Cleveland Browns, has no regrets about requesting a deal.
The reporter asked Garrett what has changed since February.
“Just constantly communicating with the team) and the general manager alone can talk about this team’s plans and future, turn this around and turn Cleveland into a winner as soon as possible.”
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Garrett declared that he had no regrets about publishing his request. “I think I was frustrated. I feel that it helped us grow and have a difficult conversation, but it has helped us to generate a little more discourse, build some relationships and have conversations that help us to reaffirm them,” he said. “And now we feel like we’re in a better place, and now we can go from there and grow.”
He also revealed what caused the frustration. “It wasn’t about money,” he said. “It’s always about winning, and that’s where my frustration is there.”
The Browns have participated in the playoffs twice since 2020. They lost in the divisional round to Kansas City chief in the 2020 playoffs. They lost in the 2023 wildcard round to the Houston Texans. However, last season, the Browns were 3-14 and now hold their second overall pick as a result.
Garrett said his main goal is to deliver the Browns’ first championship during the Super Bowl era. He said he was happy to help his team recruit new pieces to win the game and do deep playoff runs. Whether the team succeeds or takes over the struggle, Garrett recognizes he is the focus and it is his duty to make the most of every player in the locker room.
The six-time All-Pro Bowler and the 2023 NFL defensive player of the year remained on the team that drafted him, confirming his commitment to bringing a loyal championship for Cleveland and the Browns.
“It’s always been my plan, from the start,” he said. “Even when I was in college from high school, I was that one-time guy. There’s a place that feels like home and you infiltrate yourself into the community. The Canton part sounds great. The players want to be in the Hall of Fame. It’s an incredible individual award, but the community and the city remember the championship. That’s what I want to do.”
Reporters noted that fans may be skeptical of Garrett’s commitment after seeing all the drama unfold. The defensive said he would let his play talk.
“I go out, play, play, I’m a great teammate, a great leader, the best person on this field, I keep turning those (negative) opinions and reinforcing (positive) opinions so I can be on the Cleveland Browns field.
