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, where he earned unanimous All-American honors. Drafted first overall by the Browns in 2017, Garrett holds the franchise record for career sacks. A six-time Pro Bowl selection 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: College Commitment

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

2014: Freshman Season at Texas A&M

In 2014, as a true freshman 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. He was also named a consensus Freshman All-American.

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: Entering NFL Draft

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

March 30, 2017: Texas A&M Pro Day

On March 30, 2017, Myles Garrett attended Texas A&M's Pro Day, where he performed various drills, including the 40-yard dash, 20-yard dash, 10-yard dash, and broad jump, solidifying his position as a top NFL draft prospect.

May 19, 2017: Signing with the Browns

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

2017: Drafted by the Browns

In 2017, Myles Garrett was selected as the first overall pick in the NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns, marking the highest draft pick from Texas A&M in NFL history.

2017: NFL Draft

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

2018: 2018 Season Performance

During the 2018 season, Myles Garrett recorded 13.5 sacks, ranking sixth in the NFL.

2018: Named Defensive Captain

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

February 10, 2020: Meeting with Roger Goodell

On February 10, 2020, Myles Garrett met with officials from Commissioner Roger Goodell's office and was subsequently reinstated for the 2020 season.

February 12, 2020: Reinstatement

On February 12, 2020, Myles Garrett was officially reinstated by the NFL after 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: 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: Season Performance and Accolades

In the 2022 season, Myles Garrett finished with 16 sacks and earned a Pro Bowl selection. He also finished fifth in Defensive Player of the Year voting.

2023: Defensive Player of the Year

In 2023, Myles Garrett was named Defensive Player of the Year.

2024: Defensive Player of the Year Award

In 2024, Myles Garrett was named Defensive Player of the Year and earned his fifth Pro Bowl and third first-team All-Pro selections.

2024: 2024 Season Achievements

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

February 3, 2025: Trade Request

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

2030: Contract through 2030

The Browns agreed on a four-year extension with Myles Garrett that includes a no-trade clause, keeping him with the Browns through the 2030 NFL season.