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Myles Garrett of the Cleveland Browns walks off the sector after being ejected towards the Pittsburgh Steelers on November 14, 2019.
Previous to the beginning of the common season Cleveland Browns edge rusher Myles Garrett claimed he wished to have a “face-to-face” with Pittsburgh Steelers backup quarterback Mason Rudolph, presumably to clear the air over the November 2019 struggle that bought him suspended for what amounted to 6 video games.
On Friday Garrett was singing a unique tune, telling the media, “I haven’t considered” approaching Rudolph on the sector on Sunday, insisting that he’s “specializing in how I’m going to get to Ben [Roethlisberger].” As for Rudolph, he mentioned, “I’ll cross that bridge after I come to it, whether or not that’s down the highway or each time we see one another. I’m simply centered on the sport plan and getting the win….”
Myles Garrett: After the Whistle, ‘That’s on Them’
Furthermore, he insists he received’t be concerned in any post-whistle altercations on Sunday, indicating that if any such drawback arises will probably be the Steelers who’re at fault.
“I’m simply able to play throughout the six seconds that the typical play lasts,” mentioned Garrett. “After that, that’s on them. I’ll stroll away from any scenario that we’ve and each time we’ve to snap the ball once more, I’ll be there.”
In the meantime, Garrett claims he’s not particularly involved concerning the Steelers attempting to “bait him” into taking a penalty or doing one thing in any other case ill-advised.
“Simply play throughout the whistle,” he added. “Don’t be nervous about what they’re doing to frustrate us or knock us off our sport. I feel they’re going to play a clear, honest sport and we’re going to do the identical.”
Naturally, all eyes might be on Garrett on Sunday, as will probably be the primary time he has confronted the Steelers since November 14, 2019, when he ripped off Rudolph’s helmet and hit him over the top with it throughout a late sport struggle. Garrett was suspended indefinitely after the incident however was reinstated in February of this 12 months. Different gamers had been additionally suspended within the wake of the incident, with Browns defensive deal with Larry Ogunjobi held out one sport and Steelers middle Maurkice Pouncey suspended two video games for kicking Garrett whereas coming to Rudolph’s protection.
By no means thoughts that the 2 groups have performed since that incident, with the Steelers successful 20-13 at Heinz Area on December 1 of final 12 months.
Myles Garrett on Taking part in at Heinz Area
On-field efforts apart, Garrett is aware of that the followers in Pittsburgh received’t admire his presence, although he notes that might be the case no matter circumstances.
“We’re the Browns,” mentioned Garrett. “I count on to get booed, particularly when there are any followers within the stadium. Simply go on the market and do it like we’d towards any staff.
“As a soccer participant, you’re not alleged to let the environment have an effect on you. You need to play inside your self and permit these feelings to stay inside you however not information you in your actions. Simply play the way you at all times have irrespective of if somebody is there or nobody is there.”
Garrett may take consolation in realizing that he has the assist of his Browns teammates. Earlier this week working again Kareem Hunt mentioned he was dedicating Sunday’s effort to Garrett, calling him “an awesome particular person.”
“Sure, we love Myles,” added Hunt. “We’ve got Myles’ again it doesn’t matter what, and he positively has ours too. All of us that know. Can’t ask for a greater teammate than Myles.”
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