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 prominent American football defensive end currently playing for the Cleveland Browns in the NFL. He was a standout college player for Texas A&M, earning unanimous All-American honors. Drafted first overall by the Browns in 2017, Garrett holds the franchise record for all-time career sacks. He has been selected for the Pro Bowl six times, named a first-team All-Pro four times, and won the Defensive Player of the Year award in 2023, solidifying his status as one of the league's premier defensive players.
2014: Freshman Sack Record
In 2014, as a true freshman, Myles Garrett broke the Aggies' freshman sack record and Jadeveon Clowney's SEC freshman sack record.
December 31, 2016: Declared for 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
On March 30, 2017, Myles Garrett attended Texas A&M's Pro Day.
May 19, 2017: Signed Browns Contract
On May 19, 2017, Myles Garrett signed a four-year, $30.41 million contract with the Cleveland Browns.
2017: Drafted #1 Overall
In 2017, Myles Garrett was selected as the first overall pick in the NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns.
2018: Successful 2018 Season
In 2018, Myles Garrett recorded 13.5 sacks, ranking sixth in the NFL. He started all 16 games.
2018: Named Defensive Captain
In 2018, Myles Garrett was named a defensive captain for the Cleveland Browns.
February 12, 2020: Reinstated to the NFL
On February 12, 2020, Myles Garrett was reinstated from his suspension.
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: Signed Contract Extension
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.
2022: Productive Season
In the 2022 season, Myles Garrett finished with 16 sacks and 60 total tackles.
2024: Another strong season
During the 2024 season, Myles Garrett finished with 14 sacks and led the NFL in tackles-for-loss with 22.
February 3, 2025: Requested a Trade
On February 3, 2025, Myles Garrett requested a trade, citing a "desire to win."
