Myles Garrett Nears NFL Single-Season Sack Record with One Left

Myles Garrett is on the verge of breaking the NFL’s single-season sack record as the Cleveland Browns prepare to face the Pittsburgh Steelers. With 22 sacks so far this season, he is just a half-sack away from tying the record held by NFL legends Michael Strahan and T.J. Watt, the latter of whom is sidelined due to injury.

Myles Garrett’s Historic Pursuit

Garrett achieved a significant milestone last week against the Buffalo Bills when he recorded his 22nd sack, marking him as only the sixth player in NFL history to reach this number in a season. This record chase comes as he aims to secure his first sack against Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

Garrett’s Record-Setting Season

• Current sacks this season: 22
• Half-sack needed to tie the record: 0.5
• Previous two games against Rodgers: No sacks
• Consecutive seasons with at least 12 sacks: 6
• Career sacks before 30: 124.5
• Holds NFL record for most sacks before 30, surpassing Reggie White (108)

Garrett’s consistency is notable. He has recorded at least a half-sack in every game since the Browns’ first encounter with the Steelers this season in Week 6. As he prepares for this crucial matchup at home, he reflects on the legacy of great players he hopes to be associated with.

Coaches and Team Outlook

This game is of immense significance not just for Garrett, but for the entire Browns team. “We understand the gravity of what we’re going into,” stated Steelers coach Mike Tomlin. He acknowledged Garrett’s imminent pursuit of history, emphasizing the respect the Steelers hold for his achievements.

Garrett’s Legacy

Despite being a four-time first-team All-Pro and the 2023 Defensive Player of the Year, Garrett has yet to claim a sack title. With two games left in the season, he leads the competition, holding a seven-sack advantage over the nearest player, Brian Burns of the New York Giants, who has 15 sacks.

Myles Garrett’s journey to breaking the single-season sack record continues as excitement builds for the upcoming game. His performance could secure his place in NFL history and further establish him as one of the game’s greats.