Myles Garrett could become highest-paid pass rusher in NFL with $25m deal on the horizon

Defensive end Myles Garrett could reportedly become highest-paid pass-rusher in NFL. Currently serving his suspension, Myles Garrett is in long-term plans of Cleveland Browns general manr Andrew Barry. Barry confirmed to  NFL Network that he sees Garrett as an important cog in  Browns project and will look to extend his contract beyond 2021.

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Myles Garrett contract: highest paid pass rusher in NFL?

Considered as one of best defensive players in NFL, Myles Garrett's stay at Browns was extended for ar year last week. Browns exercised fifth-year option on Garrett's contract, keeping him in Cleveland till 2021. According to Spotrac, Garrett's makes around $15.1 million from his current contract. However, per NFL Network, . 1 pick in 2017 NFL Draft could be bracing himself for a significant pay hike if he agrees to a new contract with Cleveland. Reports indicate Myles Garrett could well be first $25 million-a-year pass-rusher in NFL.

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Currently, Chicago Bears star Khalil Mack highest paid pass-rusher in NFL with a reported $23.5 million aver annual salary. Mack signed a six-year contract extension with  Bears worth $141 million.

Myles Garrett highlights: Myles Garrett helmet incident

Since making his debut in 2017, 24-year-old has quickly gone on to become one of most important players on Browns' roster. In three seasons so far, Myles Garrett has registered 30.5 sacks, 104 tackles and six forced fumbles. Last season, Garrett played 10 games and registered 10 sacks and two forced fumbles. However, his stellar season came to a premature end after he was suspended for  remainder of season for striking Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph with his helmet. According to reports, Myles Garrett's actions will t be a deciding factor in his contract negotiations. 

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Cleveland Browns endured a difficult 2019 NFL season. y finished third in American Football Conference rrn Division (AFC rth) with a poor 6-10 (win-loss) record. In ir opening 10 games with Garrett playing, Browns were 4-6. After 24-year-old was suspended, Browns finished season with a 2-4 record which included three consecutive defeats to finish season.

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