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Myles Garrett

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

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Myles Garrett is an American professional football defensive end in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected first overall by the Cleveland Browns in the 2017 NFL Draft, later won multiple Defensive Player of the Year awards, and in 2026 was traded to the Los Angeles Rams. He is known for his pass-rushing production, including the NFL single-season sacks record.

Early life and college career

Garrett was born in Arlington, Texas, and played college football at Texas A&M. As a college player, he led the Southeastern Conference in sacks in 2015 and earned major All-American recognition.

NFL career

Garrett entered the NFL as the first overall pick in 2017 with the Cleveland Browns. He became one of the league’s premier pass rushers, setting franchise and league sack milestones before being traded to the Rams in 2026.

Achievements and records

Garrett won Defensive Player of the Year in 2023 and 2025. He is also a multiple-time Pro Bowl and All-Pro selection and owns the NFL single-season sack record.

Player profile

Garrett is listed as a defensive end and is widely recognized for his size, speed, and pass-rushing ability. NFL team listings in 2026 indicate a role change with the Rams compared with his earlier Browns tenure.

Key facts

  • Garrett played college football for Texas A&M.
  • He was selected first overall in the 2017 NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns.
  • He spent nine seasons with Cleveland before being traded to the Los Angeles Rams in 2026.
  • He won NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2023 and 2025.
  • He holds the NFL single-season sacks record with 23 sacks, set in 2025.
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Canadian context

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.

Frequently asked 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.
When was Myles Garrett drafted?
He was selected first overall in the 2017 NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns.
What college did Myles Garrett attend?
He played college football at Texas A&M.
What awards has Myles Garrett won?
He won NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2023 and 2025.
What record does Myles Garrett hold?
He holds the NFL single-season sacks record with 23 sacks, set in 2025.

References

  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.