By Mummy Grace 
Grade the Trade Proposal: Lions Get More Than Myles Garrett from the Browns
With Myles Garrett requesting a trade from the Cleveland Browns, speculation about potential landing spots has escalated, with the Detroit Lions being one of the top teams linked to the star defensive end. Detroit has adhered to a “draft and develop” strategy under general manager Brad Holmes, but as the Lions near a Super Bowl window, a bold move for a top-tier player like Garrett could be on the horizon.
A trade proposal from Richard Silva of *The Detroit News* suggests the Lions would send Cleveland a significant package, similar to the 2018 deal where the Chicago Bears acquired Khalil Mack from the Oakland Raiders. In that trade, the Bears sent two first-round picks, a third-rounder, and a sixth-rounder in exchange for Mack and a second-round pick. Silva’s proposed deal for Garrett mirrors this, indicating the Lions would likely part with multiple high-value draft picks, possibly with a player or two included.
While the trade would be risky and step outside the Lions’ traditional strategy, it would also mark an aggressive approach to push the team closer to championship contention. Given Garrett’s status as the 2024 Defensive Player of the Year and the impact he could have on the Lions’ defense, acquiring him would be a game-changer. However, the high price would need to be justified by an immediate impact and a potential Super Bowl run, especially considering how well the current “draft and develop” approach has worked.
Grade: B+
This proposal makes sense as a bold move for a team ready to take the next step toward a championship, but the heavy price tag could come with long-term risks if Garrett doesn’t immediately produce at a high level. The Lions’ success with their current model makes it harder to justify such a trade, but the lure of Garrett’s talent could make it a worthwhile gamble.