Browns open OTAs today, don't expect Myles Garrett to be there
The Cleveland Browns have begun their Organized Team Activities (OTAs), but star defensive end Myles Garrett is not expected to attend. Garrett, the reigning NFL Defensive Player of the Year, has a history of skipping offseason workouts, having done so last year as well. His absence raises questions about his participation in the upcoming mandatory minicamp, where he could face fines for non-attendance.
- ▪Myles Garrett is not expected to participate in the Browns' OTAs.
- ▪He set an NFL record for sacks last season despite skipping OTAs.
- ▪Garrett previously missed a minicamp, costing himself a $1 million bonus.
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