Bears Eyeing Myles Garrett Trade

On March 26, the Chicago Bears have shown interest in top pass rushes before, like when they checked in on Max Crosby from the Raiders' last season.

Now, eyes are turning to Miles Garrett of the Cleveland Browns after some key changes to his contract.

The Bears, fresh off an NFC North title, could use a star like the reigning defensive player of the year to push toward Super Bowl contention under.

New coordinator Ben Johnson.

Those contract tweaks give the Browns more cap flexibility by pushing Garrett's $29.2 million option bonus for 20.

26 from mid-March to early September.

They also converted $8 million of his base salary in 2029 and 2030 into roster bonuses paid earlier.

This setup keeps big payments out of the early off season, potentially opening a summer trade window for the next few years.

Fans and analysts see this as a chance for the Bears to call Browns GM Andrew Berry, especially with Caleb Williams on his rookie deal, freeing up.

Cash.

Chicago proved they can compete deep into playoffs last year, so adding Garrett's double digit sacks every season since his rookie year makes sense.

Now, still, the Browns keep saying he's not going anywhere.

Trading for the 30-year-old Garrett would cost a fortune, likely at least two first round picks, plus more draft capital or a player, based on.

Recent deals like the one for Michael Parsons, he also has a no-trade clause, so he'd have to approve any move.

Bears GM Ryan Poles might need to restructure contracts to fit the salary, but that just kicks costs down the road.

While it's exciting to imagine Garrett in Chicago's defense, Poles focuses on moves that work short and long-term.

With less draft ammo for future building, this blockbuster feels like a long shot, even if talks heat up.