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Browns AGM Catherine Hickman Criticized for 'Los Angeles' Sweater After Myles Garrett Trade

Cleveland Browns assistant general manager Catherine Hickman faced backlash for wearing a sweater referencing the Los Angeles Rams following the Myles Garrett trade.

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Cleveland Browns assistant general manager Catherine Hickman wore a sweater reading 'Los Angeles made me do it' on Wednesday, drawing criticism from fans regarding the recent trade of Myles Garrett. [1] The Cleveland Browns signed defensive end Sam Williams on September 3, 2026, ahead of the 2026-27 NFL season. [2] The Cleveland Browns placed quarterback Dillon Gabriel on injured reserve ahead of the 2026 NFL season. [3] Cleveland Browns assistant GM Catherine Hickman wore a grey sweatshirt with the text 'Los Angeles Made Me Do It' and visible rips to a press conference ahead of the team's Week 1 opener. [4] Cleveland Browns fans expressed anger over the sweater, viewing it as an unneeded reminder of the trade that sent defensive star Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams. [5] Myles Garrett was traded by the Cleveland Browns to the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for pass rusher Jared Verse and future draft picks. [6] Advanced statistics suggest that Sam Williams may be an underrated pass rusher despite not breaking out with the Cowboys. [7] Sam Williams previously played for the Dallas Cowboys, where he wore jersey number 54. [8] Cleveland Browns assistant GM Catherine Hickman was criticized for wearing a sweatshirt referencing Los Angeles after the team traded defensive player Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams. [9] Fans on the platform X criticized Hickman's attire as unprofessional and unacceptable for an assistant GM, noting that most executives wear suits or team gear. [10] The Cleveland Browns have recorded just three winning seasons since returning to the NFL in 1999, occurring in 2002, 2007, and 2020. [11] Deshaun Watson was named the starting quarterback for the Cleveland Browns ahead of Shedeur Sanders following the preseason games. [12]
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  1. Cleveland Browns assistant general manager Catherine Hickman wore a sweater reading 'Los Angeles made me do it' on Wednesday, drawing criticism from fans regarding the recent trade of Myles Garrett. · CBS Sports
  2. The Cleveland Browns signed defensive end Sam Williams on September 3, 2026, ahead of the 2026-27 NFL season. · Yahoo! Sports
  3. The Cleveland Browns placed quarterback Dillon Gabriel on injured reserve ahead of the 2026 NFL season. · Yahoo! Sports
  4. Cleveland Browns assistant GM Catherine Hickman wore a grey sweatshirt with the text 'Los Angeles Made Me Do It' and visible rips to a press conference ahead of the team's Week 1 opener. · Daily Mail
  5. Cleveland Browns fans expressed anger over the sweater, viewing it as an unneeded reminder of the trade that sent defensive star Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams. · CBS Sports
  6. Myles Garrett was traded by the Cleveland Browns to the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for pass rusher Jared Verse and future draft picks. · CBS Sports
  7. Advanced statistics suggest that Sam Williams may be an underrated pass rusher despite not breaking out with the Cowboys. · Yahoo! Sports
  8. Sam Williams previously played for the Dallas Cowboys, where he wore jersey number 54. · Yahoo! Sports
  9. Cleveland Browns assistant GM Catherine Hickman was criticized for wearing a sweatshirt referencing Los Angeles after the team traded defensive player Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams. · Daily Mail
  10. Fans on the platform X criticized Hickman's attire as unprofessional and unacceptable for an assistant GM, noting that most executives wear suits or team gear. · Daily Mail
  11. The Cleveland Browns have recorded just three winning seasons since returning to the NFL in 1999, occurring in 2002, 2007, and 2020. · CBS Sports
  12. Deshaun Watson was named the starting quarterback for the Cleveland Browns ahead of Shedeur Sanders following the preseason games. · Daily Mail
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