Shelby Harris Trade Potential: Financials and Future of Browns’ Defensive Line
The Cleveland Browns changed Shelby Harris' contract in the offseason to make him more tradable as the season went along, let us look at his deal and what it would mean when or if it happens.
The Cleveland Browns defensive line has been dominant to start the season. The position room is headlined by Myles Garrett and Maliek Collins but has a collection of young talent around them in Mason Graham, Isaiah McGuire, Adin Huntington, Alex Wright and Cameron Thomas. Then there are two mid tier contracts on the team with Joe Tryon-Shoyinka who has completely underperformed and Shelby Harris the reliable veteran.
While Shelby Harris has played well, he could see himself traded once Mike Hall is healthy and back playing. With the emergence of Huntington they will need to potentially make a decision on which of the two is inactive. If you are pushing for the playoffs you might lean into Harris' talent but if you are looking more to what the team can be in 2026 and beyond then it makes sense to develop Huntington.
When a team isn't heading towards the playoffs they will tend to look towards veteran players, especially those on expiring deals they don't intend to keep the following year and allow them to depart in a trade or as a cut candidate. If this is potentially Harris' last season after recently turning 34 then he should be competing for a ring on a team with a defensive tackle injury rather than playing meaningless games in December.
The Browns were thinking ahead with Harris' deal and in the offseason he took a pay cut from $4.5m to $3.01m also changing the structure of his contract. This made him much more tradable, opening up the option of moving him during this season.
Jaxson Dart Declares War on the Eagles: ‘I’m Ready to Lead This Team, No Matter the Challenge!’
In a thrilling debut that has caught the attention of the entire NFL community, New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart faced off against one of the toughest defenses in the league—the Philadelphia Eagles—and emerged victorious. Dart’s performance was a statement, not just about his skill, but his mindset as he boldly declared, “The Eagles came at us hard, but I wasn’t afraid to face them. I know this team has what it takes to fight against any challenge. No matter who we play, I’m going to bring my best and push this team forward. This is what I came here for.”
With the weight of being a rookie quarterback in the NFL, Dart's confidence stood out on the field. Despite facing the Eagles' aggressive defense, he wasn’t rattled. Instead, he embraced the challenge and delivered a performance that was both impressive and full of promise for the future. Dart's leadership and determination were evident as he led the Giants to a commanding 34-17 victory, proving that he is ready to take on whatever comes his way.
The Giants have struggled in recent years, but with Dart at the helm, they now have a beacon of hope. His mindset reflects the very attitude that the team needs—resilience, strength, and an unshakable belief that no challenge is too big to overcome. In the face of adversity, Dart not only maintained his poise but thrived under the pressure. His words echoed confidence in his ability to lead the team to victory, no matter the opponent.
“I’m not here to just play; I’m here to prove myself and lead this team to the top,” Dart said after the game. “Every game, every challenge, is an opportunity to show what I’m made of, and I’m not backing down from anything. I’m excited for what’s ahead.”
As the Giants head into their next matchup, Dart’s performance against the Eagles has injected a fresh sense of hope into the team and its fans. With his combination of athleticism, poise, and leadership, he’s setting the stage for what could be the beginning of a long and successful career in the NFL. The young quarterback’s mindset—fearless and determined—is exactly what the Giants need as they look to turn the page on a new chapter in their history.
As the season continues, all eyes will be on Dart to see if he can carry this momentum and continue to lead his team through the challenges ahead. He’s proven that he’s not afraid to face the toughest opponents and that he’s ready to lead the Giants to new heights.
