Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay addressed the media Tuesday regarding the blockbuster trade that sent pass rusher Jared Verse to the Cleveland Browns in exchange for star defensive end Myles Garrett.
McVay described the decision as one of the hardest the organization has had to make, but emphasized it was driven purely by what was best for the team.
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A Football Decision
“Sometimes we have to be able to make decisions that are best for the collective,” McVay said. “This is what we thought was best for our team.
Even though it affected somebody that's been a significant part in a negative way that we do love.
But really it was a football decision and that's what guides our overall approach and our compass, if you will.”
Before finalizing the deal, McVay personally informed Verse about the trade.
“We talked to him about the appreciation, the gratitude,” McVay explained. “I think when you have to have those hard conversations, you just let him know.
'We just executed a trade where we’re acquiring Myles Garrett and you're going to Cleveland.
I know it doesn’t feel great right now, but there’s a lot of love.
There’s a lot of appreciation and gratitude for our relationship, the two years and the impact that you’ve made.
I can’t wait to watch you go shine in Cleveland.'”
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McVay praised Verse's professionalism during the difficult conversation.
