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 unanimous All-American honors. Drafted first overall by the Browns in 2017, Garrett is the team's all-time sack leader. Notably, he was named Defensive Player of the Year in both 2023 and 2025. In addition, Garrett has received seven Pro Bowl selections and five first-team All-Pro honors. He established a new NFL single-season sack record of 23 in 2025.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

October 2013: Commitment to Texas A&M

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: Decision to Enter NFL Draft

On December 31, 2016, Myles Garrett announced his decision to forgo his remaining eligibility and 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 and performed 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 fully guaranteed four-year, $30.41 million contract with the Cleveland Browns.

2017: Drafted into NFL

In 2017, Myles Garrett was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the first round of 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.

February 10, 2020: Meeting and Reinstatement Request

On February 10, 2020, Myles Garrett met with NFL officials and requested reinstatement for the 2020 season.

February 12, 2020: Reinstatement from Suspension

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

November 20, 2020: Placed on Reserve/COVID-19 List

On November 20, 2020, Myles Garrett was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list, causing him to miss a game.

2020: Selected for All-Pro Team

In 2020, Myles Garrett was selected for the All-Pro Team, along with his teammates.

2021: Named to All-Pro Team

In 2021, Myles Garret was named to the All-Pro Team and selected as a Pro Bowl starter for 2022.

2021: Ranked in NFL Top 100

In 2021, Myles Garrett was ranked 16th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

2022: Productive Season and Pro Bowl Selection

During the 2022 season, Myles Garrett finished with 16 sacks and was named as a Pro Bowler for his efforts.

2022: Pro Bowl and All-Pro Team Selection

In 2022, Myles Garrett was named a starter in the Pro Bowl and earned a first-team selection on the 2021 All-Pro Team.

October 25, 2023: Minority Ownership in Cleveland Cavaliers

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

2023: Defensive Player of the Year Award

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

2023: Ranked in NFL Top 100

In 2023, Myles Garrett was ranked 20th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

2024: Defensive Player of the Year Award

At the 13th Annual NFL Honors in 2024, Myles Garrett was named Defensive Player of the Year after leading the NFL's best defensive team.

2024: Continued Success and Pro Bowl Nomination

During the 2024 season, Myles Garrett finished with 14 sacks and earned his sixth Pro Bowl nomination.

2024: Browns' Season 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 Browns, citing a desire to win.

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

In 2025, Myles Garrett had a record-breaking season, setting a new franchise record and single-season sack record, and won Defensive Player of the Year.