Myles Garrett on Track to Break NFL Sack Record Amid Cleveland Browns Struggles
Myles Garrett is on pace to break Michael Strahan's NFL sack record of 22.5 in just 16 games, currently tallying 21.5 sacks through 14 games in the 2025 season. This achievement comes despite playing on a Cleveland Browns team with only three wins, whose offense ranks last at 32nd. The Browns' defense manages to get off the field quickly, but Garrett receives minimal offensive support.
Garrett faces heavy attention from opposing offenses, frequently being chipped, double-teamed, or schemed away from; only Micah Parsons experiences similar targeting. He boasts an impressive average get-off time of 0.78 seconds compared to the league average of 0.97, showcasing a rare combination of speed, power, and balance.
Last offseason, Garrett requested a trade to pursue a Super Bowl but instead signed a record-breaking extension with Cleveland a month later. The article notes that if traded, Garrett could command substantial draft capital, potentially worth three to four first-round picks. This valuation is supported by past transactions, such as Micah Parsons being traded for two first-round picks plus Kenny Clark.
The piece argues that the Browns’ continued organizational inertia risks wasting the peak years of a generational talent. It suggests that players like Garrett deserve the opportunity to chase a championship elsewhere if their current team remains non-competitive.
