Myles Garrett has decided to stay with the Cleveland Browns, and his historic contract will have significant consequences for teams like the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Dallas Cowboys. This new $40 million benchmark for a defensive player would inevitably produce a domino effect throughout the NFL.
In Pittsburgh, as the Steelers determine whether their quarterback of the future is Justin Fields or Russell Wilson, the lost time will make an extension for TJ Watt more expensive. The star linebacker enters his final year and will not accept less than what Garrett will receive. A huge blow to the salary cap.
Meanwhile, Jerry Jones has already written a big paycheck for Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb, but didnât make an offer to Micah Parsons. Because of this, Micahâs future is uncertain, considering that the Cowboys would have to spend a large portion of their salary cap paying three players as if they were the best at their respective positions. Truly impressive.
How long is Myles Garrettâs contract?
Myles Garrett and the Cleveland Browns have agreed to terms on a four-year contract extension that runs through the 2030 season. This makes him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history with $40 million annually.
Maxx Crosby held the record for only four days after his three-year contract with the Raiders, which will pay him $35.5 million per season. Now, not only TJ Watt and Micah Parsons could break it, but Trey Hendrickson and Aidan Hutchinson are also waiting their money patiently after hearing Garrettâs announcement.
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