Myles Garrett demands an apology from Pittsburgh Steelers’ TJ Watt

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PITTSBURGH – Cleveland Browns superstar Myles Garrett isn’t thrilled with the outlook for the Browns versus the Pittsburgh Steelers and how it continues to raise questions about the 2023 Defensive Player of the Year race.

Garrett, the reigning Defensive Player of the Year, won the award after some controversy. Steelers superstar TJ Watt was also a finalist for the honor and decided to leave the ceremony early after learning he didn’t win. When the award was announced, he tweeted out: “Nothing I’m not used to,” showing his frustration with the decision.

Why the dispute? Well, the Steelers star finished with a league-leading 19 sacks to Garrett’s 14. Watt also had more tackles, tackles for loss QB hits, fumble recoveries and interceptions than Garrett on the year, but that seemed to be determined from Week 1 that Garrett would win the honor in 2023.

Asked about Watt’s reaction, Garrett said the Steelers linebacker shouldn’t care that he won.

“”I have never complained that the trophy was not at my home or vice versa,” Garrett said. “He’s not going to have two ways about me. I’m not playing TJ He’s not playing me.”

He also acknowledged that the two have not spoken since the award was given to Garrett, prompting demands for an apology from Watt.

“No, he didn’t say anything to me,” Garrett said. “He’ll have to apologize when I see him.”

Watt said he has nothing but respect for Garrett as a pass rusher and looked forward to the matchup between the two. Chances are, however, that the meeting won’t include an apology.

The Steelers will look to move their winning streak to six games, increase their AFC North lead and claim their first win of the year against the Browns. Meanwhile, Cleveland is looking to ruin Pittsburgh’s day and find their third win of the season against the division rival.

The winner could be heavily decided due to the impact of both Garrett and Watt.

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