Despite any potential frustration from the NBA trade deadline not meeting his expectations, LeBron James took a moment to acknowledge the historic accomplishment of Cleveland Browns’ Myles Garrett. Garrett secured the NFL Defensive Player of the Year award, making him the first player in Browns history to earn this recognition. LeBron reposted a photo of Garrett with the award on his Instagram story, offering his congratulations with seven clapping emojis.
Garrett’s exceptional performance during the season, leading the NFL’s top-ranked defense, included impressive statistics such as 14 sacks, 30 quarterback hits, 17 tackles for loss, four forced fumbles, three deflected passes, and 42 tackles in 2023. His pass-rush win rate of 30% and drawing double-teams on 29% of his snaps ranked second in the league, just behind Micah Parsons. Despite any personal feelings about the NBA trade situation, LeBron, a fellow Cleveland sports icon, recognized and celebrated Garrett’s greatness.