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 in the NFL. He played college football at Texas A&M, earning All-American honors. Drafted first overall by the Browns in 2017, he is the team's all-time career sacks leader. Garrett was named Defensive Player of the Year in 2023 and 2025, has been selected for seven Pro Bowls, and earned five first-team All-Pro selections. Notably, he holds the NFL single season sack record (23) set in 2025.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

October 2013: College Commitment

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

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: NFL Draft Announcement

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

March 30, 2017: Texas A&M Pro Day

On March 30, 2017, Myles Garrett attended Texas A&M's Pro Day and participated in various drills, including the 40-yard dash, 20-yard dash, 10-yard dash, and broad jump.

May 19, 2017: Signed by the 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 First Overall

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

2017: NFL Draft Selection

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, 44 combined tackles, 12 tackles-for-loss, and three forced fumbles.

2018: Defensive Captain and Sacks

In 2018, Myles Garrett was named a defensive captain for the Browns. In the season opener, he had two sacks and two forced fumbles against the Steelers, and two sacks against the Jets two weeks later.

2022: 2022 Season Achievements

In the 2022 season, Myles Garrett recorded 16 sacks, 60 total tackles, and was named a Pro Bowler.

October 25, 2023: Minority Ownership Stake in Cleveland Cavaliers

On October 25, 2023, Myles Garrett purchased a minority ownership stake in the Cleveland Cavaliers of the NBA and serves as an ambassador for the team.

2024: 2024 Season Achievements

During the 2024 season, Myles Garrett finished with 14 sacks, 47 tackles and led the NFL in tackles-for-loss with 22. Garrett earned his sixth Pro Bowl nomination and fourth first team All-Pro nomination.

2024: Defensive Player of the Year Award

In 2024, Myles Garrett was named Defensive Player of the Year at the 13th Annual NFL Honors. He also earned his fifth Pro Bowl and third first-team All-Pro selections.

2025: Defensive Player of the Year and Record-Breaking Season

In 2025, Myles Garrett set a new franchise record with five sacks in a single game, broke the franchise record for single-season sacks, and won Defensive Player of the Year.