BEREA, Ohio, USA — Myles Garrett recently made headlines for achieving an impressive milestone as he entered an elite group of defensive stars. Following his three sacks in Cleveland’s 24-19 prime-time victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers, Garrett became the seventh player in NFL history to record double-digit sacks for seven consecutive seasons since the statistic was officially tracked in 1982.
The other players who achieved this feat include legendary names such as Lawrence Taylor (1984-90), Reggie White (1985-93), Bruce Smith (1992-98), John Randle (1992-99), DeMarcus Ware (2006-12), and Jared Allen (2007-13). All of them are enshrined in the Hall of Fame, with the exception of Allen.
While Garrett is on a trajectory that could lead to his own Hall of Fame bust in Canton, he remains humbled by being part of such a distinguished group. The NFL Defensive Player of the Year is having another standout season, yet he may not be receiving the recognition he deserves due to the Cleveland Browns’ struggles, largely associated with ongoing issues at the quarterback position that have kept the team from meeting expectations.
What sets Garrett apart is his relentless determination. As he prepares for Monday’s game with 98.5 sacks, he has the potential to become just the fifth player to achieve 100 sacks in his first eight seasons, joining the ranks of White, Ware, Allen, and T.J. Watt.
Browns defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz is in awe of Garrett’s production, noting that he often faces double and triple-team blocks. Schwartz believes Garrett’s best is still ahead of him, stating, “I think he’s just starting to hit his stride. I believe he has a lot more to give. The sky is the limit for him. When all is said and done, you might be comparing other players to him. That should be a goal for him.”
In summary, Myles Garrett continues to redefine excellence in the NFL with his remarkable achievements and determination, positioning himself not just among the greats of the game, but also paving the way for future accolades. As he strives for further greatness, fans remain hopeful that his efforts will eventually lead to recognition that matches his extraordinary talent.