Myles Garrett’s Collectibles Market Gets Major Boost With New Contract
![Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) pats Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) after sacking him during the second half of an NFL football game at FirstEnergy Stadium, Monday, Oct. 31, 2022, in Cleveland, Ohio. [Jeff Lange/Beacon Journal] Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) pats Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) after sacking him during the second half of an NFL football game at FirstEnergy Stadium, Monday, Oct. 31, 2022, in Cleveland, Ohio. [Jeff Lange/Beacon Journal]](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3000,h_1687,x_0,y_133/c_fill,w_720,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/si_collects/01jp1j2xzg513htp7hcb.jpg)
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Myles Garrett's recent four-year, $160 million contract extension with the Cleveland Browns, which includes $123.5 million in guaranteed money, not only solidifies his status as the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history but also solidifies his status as a career Cleveland Brown.
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From trade to truce and beyond: the Browns and Myles Garrett reached agreement today on a record contract extension that averages $40 million per year and includes $123.5 million in guaranteed money and now makes him the highest-paid non-QB in NFL history, sources tell ESPN.… pic.twitter.com/scNWJH2vFX
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 9, 2025
Garrett's new found wealth is expected to increase demand for autographed items such as full-sized and mini-sized helmets, game-worn jerseys, and even footballs. Collectors often view such memorabilia as a mid-range investment, especially when associated with high-caliber players that play for underperforming teams as has been the case with Garrett and his tenure with the Cleveland Browns. Since 2017, the Cleveland Brown are a mediocre-at-best-team with a dismal record of 53 wins, 78 losses and 1 tie.
With that said, the market for Garrett's graded trading cards is anticipated to experience a moderate spike in value. Rookie cards, particularly those in gem mint condition (or higher) and graded by the likes of PSA or Beckett, could see heightened interest and near-term pop in value.
Limited-print or serial numbered cards featuring autographs or game-worn memorabilia are also expected to attract increased attention now that Garrett will seemingly be a Brown for life.
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2017 Panini Playoff Myles Garrett Rookie Autograph PSA Certified #ad #thehobby https://t.co/9pH0mdt4gY pic.twitter.com/LRlLBca7mn
— 24/7 Football Cards (@247fballcards) January 11, 2025
In summary, Myles Garrett's record-breaking contract extension is set to bolster the value and demand for his football cards, jerseys and other game-used or game-worn memorabilia. With collectors rushing to snag his memorabilia, prices are bound to climb, especially for rare and/or higher-graded items.