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NFL News: Browns owner issues direct warning to Myles Garrett after signing lucrative contract extension

The Cleveland Browns handed Myles Garrett a lucrative contract extension this offseason, and now the AFC North club has issued a strong warning to the defensive star about their expectations for him in the upcoming campaign.

Myles Garrett, defensive end for the Cleveland Browns
© Justin Berl/Getty ImagesMyles Garrett, defensive end for the Cleveland Browns

Following several weeks of negotiations, the Cleveland Browns finally granted Myles Garrett the lucrative contract extension he was seeking. However, it comes at a cost, as the club has now warned him that he must live up to the high expectations set for him.

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One of the most controversial storylines this offseason involved Myles Garrett. The star pass rusher initially requested a trade, wanting to join a more competitive team with a stronger chance of winning the Super Bowl.

However, the Browns made a strong move to retain him. The front office offered him a massive deal he couldn’t refuse, but they are fully aware that he must deliver on the field to justify the extension.

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Browns owner Jimmy Haslam issues strong warning to Myles Garrett

The Browns are desperate for success in the near future. While they have acquired several stars in recent years, they have yet to turn Cleveland into the championship-caliber team many expected.

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Myles Garrett is currently the face of the franchise. The star defensive end has put up impressive numbers season after season, yet team success has remained elusive despite his contributions.

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Frustrated by the lack of progress, Garrett recently requested a trade, expressing his desire to compete for a Super Bowl. It seemed like he no longer viewed Cleveland as a serious contender.

However, a four-year, $160 million extension changed his perspective. Garrett signed the new deal, committing to pursuing a championship with the Browns. Now, the front office has challenged him to embrace his role as a true leader and meet the expectations that come with his massive contract.

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Myles Garrett looks after a game

Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) walks off the field after a NFL, American Football Herren, USA game between the Cleveland Browns vs Las Vegas Raiders game on September 29, 2024, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, NV.

“What we’ve challenged Myles on is, by his practice habits, by his actions, etcetera, to become a real leader of the team,” Browns owner Jimmy Haslam said cleveland.com. “And he has said he’d do that and we’re hopeful that he will be.”

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Have the Browns ever won a Super Bowl?

No, the Cleveland Browns have never won a Super Bowl. The franchise was highly successful in the pre-Super Bowl era, winning four NFL championships in 1950, 1954, 1955, and 1964. However, since the Super Bowl was established in 1967, the Browns have never reached the big game.

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Despite several playoff appearances over the years, Cleveland has struggled to find consistent success. The team has undergone multiple rebuilds, coaching changes, and quarterback rotations, but they remain in search of their first Super Bowl title.

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