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Myles Garrett

Myles Garrett is an American professional football defensive end in the National Football League (NFL).

Updated July 27, 20261 min readCited sources

Myles Garrett is an American NFL defensive end who has become one of the league's most dominant pass rushers. He was the first overall pick in the 2017 draft and holds the single-season sacks record.

What it is

Myles Garrett is a professional football player who lines up as a defensive end. He played college football at Texas A&M and was selected first overall by the Cleveland Browns in the 2017 NFL Draft. In 2026, he was traded to the Los Angeles Rams.

Why it matters

Garrett is widely considered one of the best defensive players of his era. He has won NFL Defensive Player of the Year twice (2023, 2025) and holds the league's single-season sack record with 23 sacks, set in 2025. His performance influences game outcomes and draws attention from Canadian football fans.

Key details

Garrett spent nine seasons with the Browns before joining the Rams. He has been selected to seven Pro Bowls and five first-team All-Pro teams. Known for his size, speed, and technique, he is a consistent threat to opposing quarterbacks.

In short

  • Myles Garrett was the first overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns.
  • He won NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2023 and 2025.
  • He holds the NFL single-season sack record with 23 sacks (2025).
  • He was traded to the Los Angeles Rams in 2026.
Canadian angle

Garrett is primarily relevant to Canadian readers as a major NFL star whose games, statistics, and awards are followed by Canadian football fans and covered by Canadian sports media.

Quick questions

Who is Myles Garrett?
Myles Garrett is an American NFL defensive end known for his pass rushing and award-winning play with the Cleveland Browns and Los Angeles Rams.
What team does Myles Garrett play for?
As of 2026, he is listed with the Los Angeles Rams after being traded from the Cleveland Browns.
What record does Myles Garrett hold?
He holds the NFL single-season sacks record with 23 sacks, set in 2025.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Myles_Garrett
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, college, draft position, teams, awards, and sack record.
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/bio/_/id/3122132/myles-garrett
    Supports: Position, physical profile, birthdate, college, draft info, and team history.
  3. NFL.com — https://www.nfl.com/players/myles-garrett/
    Supports: Active status, listed team, physical measurements, experience, and team-role information.
  4. Spotrac — https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/player/_/id/21742/myles-garrett
    Supports: Draft position, age, college, and career earnings through 2026.