Browns fans: Bother you that Myles Garrett does not attend voluntary workouts?
Voluntary practices begin, the ongoing debate about importance of offseason program for Myles Garrett, Cleveland Browns
Every offseason, Cleveland Browns fans inevitably debate the true significance of OTAs (Organized Team Activities) , even with the word “voluntary” a part of it, and the extent to which they matter for individual players. That same argument doesn’t apply to every player, as each one is in a unique situation shaped by position, age, health, and a range of other factors. Because these practices are voluntary, players are not required to attend.
However, it can sometimes offer insight into a player’s mindset and level of commitment to the team. Many veterans across the league will typically skip OTAs, including Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett . In recent seasons, Garrett has chosen to forgo OTAS and join the team once mandatory practices begin.
In the past, many players and fans have defended this decision because Garrett is one of the most talented, consistent, and reliable players on this team. He does not need to attend these voluntary practices to perform at a high level. ESPN’s Unsportsmanlike program has spent most of the morning talking about Garrett missing the voluntary workouts and his future with the Browns: .
@JasonMcCourty isn’t making much of Myles Garrett not showing up to voluntary offseason workouts. https://t. co/HxHQSIf9kG pic.