Myles Garrett’s insane California tax bill set to slash superstar’s earnings
Myles Garrett's recent trade to the Los Angeles Rams has significant financial implications due to California's high tax rates. After moving from Ohio, he faces a potential tax bill of nearly $23 million, which could greatly reduce his earnings. Despite the financial hit, Garrett prioritized winning and is excited about his new opportunity with the Rams.
- ▪Myles Garrett could lose nearly $3 million in additional state taxes after moving from Ohio to California.
- ▪California's top state income tax rate is 13.3%, compared to Ohio's 3.1%.
- ▪Garrett's move to the Rams could ultimately cost him more than $18 million before all is said and done.
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NFL Myles Garrett’s insane California tax bill set to slash superstar’s earnings By Ryan Anderson Published June 3, 2026, 4:13 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google Myles Garrett wanted a Super Bowl shot, and he will now be forced to sacrifice a small fortune to do so. The newly acquired Los Angeles Rams star finally joined the contender he was chasing after waiving his no-trade clause and leaving the Cleveland Browns in a blockbuster deal. But while Garrett is gaining championship odds, he’s also getting an unwelcome introduction to California’s tax code. Garrett could lose nearly $3 million in additional state taxes after moving from Ohio to California, according to NBC Sports.
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