Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Myles Garrett

Discover the career path of Myles Garrett, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Myles Garrett is a professional American football defensive end for the Cleveland Browns. He played college football at Texas A&M, earning All-American honors. Drafted first overall by the Browns in 2017, Garrett holds the team's record for career sacks. A six-time Pro Bowler and four-time first-team All-Pro, he was named Defensive Player of the Year in 2023, solidifying his status as one of the NFL's premier defensive players.

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October 2013: Committed to Texas A&M

In October 2013, Myles Garrett committed to play college football at Texas A&M University.

2014: Freshman Season at Texas A&M

In 2014, during his freshman season at Texas A&M, Myles Garrett broke the Aggies' freshman sack record and the SEC freshman sack record, finishing the season with 11.5 sacks.

2016: Unanimous All-American Honors

In 2016, Myles Garrett received unanimous All-American honors while playing college football for the Texas A&M Aggies.

December 31, 2016: Declared for the 2017 NFL Draft

On December 31, 2016, Myles Garrett announced his decision to enter the 2017 NFL draft.

March 30, 2017: Texas A&M Pro Day Performance

On March 30, 2017, Myles Garrett attended Texas A&M's Pro Day, performing the 40-yard dash (4.65s), 20-yard dash (2.71), 10-yard dash (1.57s), and broad jump (10’6”).

May 19, 2017: Signed with Cleveland Browns

On May 19, 2017, Myles Garrett signed a four-year, $30.41 million contract with the Cleveland Browns, including a $20.25 million signing bonus.

2017: Drafted by Cleveland Browns

In 2017, Myles Garrett was selected as the first overall pick by the Cleveland Browns in the NFL Draft.

2017: Drafted First Overall by Cleveland Browns

In 2017, Myles Garrett was selected first overall by the Cleveland Browns in the NFL draft.

2018: Successful 2018 Season

In 2018, Myles Garrett recorded 13.5 sacks, 44 combined tackles, and was named to his first Pro Bowl.

2018: Named Defensive Captain for Browns

In 2018, Myles Garrett was named a defensive captain for the Cleveland Browns.

February 12, 2020: Reinstatement from Suspension

On February 12, 2020, Myles Garrett was reinstated from his suspension by the NFL.

April 27, 2020: Fifth-Year Option Exercised

On April 27, 2020, the Cleveland Browns exercised the fifth-year option on Myles Garrett's contract.

July 15, 2020: Contract Extension with Browns

On July 15, 2020, Myles Garrett signed a five-year, $125 million contract extension with the Cleveland Browns.

December 1, 2020: Activated from Reserve/COVID-19 List

On December 1, 2020, Myles Garrett was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list.

October 25, 2023: Purchased Ownership Stake in Cleveland Cavaliers

On October 25, 2023, Myles Garrett purchased a minority ownership stake in the Cleveland Cavaliers of the NBA.

2024: Continued Success in 2024

In 2024, Myles Garrett finished the season with 14 sacks, 47 tackles, and led the NFL in tackles-for-loss, earning his sixth Pro Bowl nomination and fourth first team All-Pro nomination.

2024: 3-14 Record

In 2024, the Cleveland Browns finished with a 3-14 record.

February 3, 2025: Trade Request

On February 3, 2025, Myles Garrett requested a trade from the Cleveland Browns, citing a desire to win.

March 9, 2025: Contract Extension with Browns

On March 9, 2025, Myles Garrett agreed to a four-year, $160 million contract extension with the Browns, including a no-trade clause, keeping him with the team through the 2030 NFL season.