The Las Vegas Raiders are making headlines yet again — this time by announcing the official acquisition of superstar defensive end Myles Garrett from the Cleveland Browns. The deal was confirmed by the team earlier today, marking one of the most dramatic trades of the year.
Garrett, a perennial All-Pro and widely regarded as one of the most dominant pass rushers in the NFL, now joins a Raiders defense that is quickly becoming one of the most feared units in football. Known for his explosive first step, relentless motor, and game-wrecking ability, Garrett instantly transforms Las Vegas’ defensive front into a nightmare for opposing quarterbacks.
“We wanted to bring in a difference-maker, and that’s exactly what Myles is,” the Raiders head coach said during the announcement. “This is about building a championship-level roster — and you do that by stacking elite talent on both sides of the ball.”
The move is a major blow to the Cleveland Browns, who had built their defense around Garrett since selecting him first overall in the 2017 NFL Draft. For Browns fans, this marks the end of an era — and for the Raiders, it’s a clear signal that they are going all-in to compete for the AFC West crown and beyond.
With Garrett now lining up alongside Maxx Crosby, Las Vegas arguably boasts the most dangerous pass-rushing duo in the NFL, setting the stage for marquee defensive showdowns against Patrick Mahomes, Justin Herbert, and Russell Wilson in the AFC West.
League insiders are calling this a bold, win-now move that could tilt the balance of power in the division.
