Cleveland Browns superstar defensive end Myles Garrett is waiving his no-trade clause to finalize one of the largest trades in modern NFL history, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network.
The decision to waive the clause comes roughly 15 months after the Cleveland Browns signed Garrett to a record-breaking contract extension. The framework for a potential move appears to have been in motion for several weeks; about two months ago, the team and Garrett agreed to push back an option bonus date, a maneuver that provided the financial flexibility required to facilitate a transaction of this scale.
Garrett has been the cornerstone of the Cleveland Browns defense since being selected with the first overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft. As a perennial All-Pro and former Defensive Player of the Year, his departure represents a massive shift for the franchise. While the specific destination and trade compensation have not yet been disclosed, the waiving of the no-trade clause signifies that a deal is imminent.
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