Daryl Ruiter: Myles Garrett never participates in the offseason program; he’s there when he absolutely has to be there

The episode of Afternoon Drive on The Fan features Daryl Ruiter, the show's 'bronze insider,' discussing several key topics surrounding the Cleveland Browns and Cavaliers. A central focus is on Myles Garrett's absence from the offseason program, with Ruiter clarifying that Garrett only attends when absolutely necessary and emphasizing that his leadership is demonstrated through on-field performance rather than team participation. Ruiter dismisses concerns about Garrett's absence as nothing new, noting that Garrett remains the best player on the field when present. The conversation then shifts to the Browns' upcoming draft strategy, with Ruiter expressing cautious optimism about selecting top-tier talent like Caleb Downs and Jeremiah Love, while cautioning that re-signing Grant Delpit could influence the decision. He also critiques Todd Monken’s optimistic Super Bowl talk as typical coaching rhetoric, acknowledging the team’s lack of talent, especially on offense. The segment concludes with a discussion on jersey retirement, particularly around Nick Chubb’s number 24, where Ruiter argues that retiring numbers should be reserved for Hall of Famers, noting the Browns’ five retired numbers and the differing standards across leagues. Finally, Ruiter previews the Cavs’ upcoming game, highlighting Atkinson’s decision to play the new core four full-out to evaluate their chemistry and performance.