The Cleveland Browns invested heavily to secure the loyalty of their star defensive end, Myles Garrett, after he expressed a desire for a trade. However, new reports suggest that Garrett may not be the locker room leader the organization envisioned when they broke the bank for him.

According to an eye-opening article by Jason Lloyd from The Athletic, there have been increasing concerns regarding Garrett's commitment and dedication to his team. Sources within the Browns' organization indicate that Garrett has a troubling pattern of arriving late to practices and has missed mandatory team events on several occasions. This behavior raises questions about his investment in the team's success and his role as a cornerstone player.

Though these issues have circulated within the Browns' walls, they have largely remained under wraps in the broader media. The timing of these revelations is particularly curious, given that Garrett recently signed a historic contract worth $123.5 million, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. This contract came just a month after he publicly expressed his frustration with the Browns and his hopes of winning a Super Bowl—suggesting he didn’t think success was possible in Cleveland.

Now, with Garrett firmly tied to the Browns, the team is banking on his on-field dominance to contribute to a turnaround. Yet, with rumors of a lack of leadership and commitment off the field, fans and analysts alike are left questioning whether Garrett's immense talent will be enough to propel the team forward or if his attitude could undermine the franchise's ambitions.

As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Garrett to see if he can rise to the occasion and live up to his contract—and whether he can transform into the leader the Browns so desperately need. The stakes have never been higher, and the pressure is on. Will Garrett embrace the mantle of leadership, or will his alleged entitlement and inconsistent attendance become a defining storyline for the Browns? Only time will tell.