By Mummy Grace 
Myles Garrett’s public trade request has sent shockwaves through the NFL, especially as we approach Super Bowl week. After eight standout seasons with the Cleveland Browns, the star defensive end has made it clear that he’s seeking a move to a team with Super Bowl aspirations. In a statement posted on X, Garrett said, “While I’ve loved calling this city my home, my desire to win and compete on the biggest stages won’t allow me to be complacent. The goal was never to go from Cleveland to Canton, it has always been to compete for and win a Super Bowl. With that in mind, I have requested to be traded from the Cleveland Browns.”
The idea of Garrett joining a team like the Detroit Lions may be exciting, but it’s important to temper expectations. Garrett’s salary is a significant hurdle, with his cap hit set to climb beyond $20 million over the next three years, reaching even higher by 2027. The Lions do have some cap space to work with this offseason, ranked eighth in the league for “effective cap space,” but making a trade like this work would require some major salary cap wizardry from GM Brad Holmes. Still, during Super Bowl week, anything seems possible.
Imagine a defensive line featuring Garrett alongside Aidan Hutchinson. With the NFC North looking increasingly competitive, strengthening the pass rush would be crucial for Detroit. The Lions already proved this season that having depth on the defensive line is essential for success.
While acquiring Garrett might not be the most sustainable long-term move, it’s hard not to dream about the potential for a defense that could dominate for years. The Lions have a window to take a shot at a Super Bowl, and sometimes you just have to swing for the fences to see where it takes you. Trading for a future Hall of Famer like Garrett might be just that bold move the Lions need.