IN A CLASS OF HIS OWN‼️ Myles Garrett breaks the NFL single-season sack record 🔥 https://t.co/3...
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The post celebrates Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett breaking the NFL single-season sack record with 23 sacks in the 2025 season, surpassing the 22.5-sack mark previously set by Michael Strahan in 2001 and tied by T.J. Watt in 2021.[1][2] Garrett achieved this milestone in Week 18 against the Cincinnati Bengals, sacking Joe Burrow in the fourth quarter of a 20-18 victory, marking his 12th sack against Burrow.[1][2] The content highlights Garrett's dominance, including his career 125.5 sacks and status as the 2017 No. 1 draft pick, amid themes of perseverance after entering the final game just half a sack shy.[3]
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This post is trending due to the recency of Garrett's record-breaking sack on January 5, 2026, during the NFL regular season finale, capturing Week 18 excitement as playoffs approach.[1][5] SportsCenter's massive audience amplifies viral moments like this historic achievement, sparking debates on record legitimacy in the 17-game era versus past 16-game seasons.[3] Fan reactions, including from Garrett's girlfriend Chloe Kim, add personal buzz.[7]
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- 1Garrett set the record in fewer pass plays (540) than Strahan (567) or Watt (557), strengthening its legitimacy despite the longer season.[3]
- 2He sacked Joe Burrow 12 times this season, more than any other QB, with the record-breaker coming late in the fourth quarter.[1][2]
- 3Garrett is the first player with at least 12 sacks in six straight seasons and has double-digit sacks in eight straight years.[1]
- 4A 29-year-old former No. 1 overall pick in 2017, he recently signed a 4-year, $160M contract after a trade request.[1][2]
- 5His standout games included 5 sacks vs. New England in Week 9 and 4 vs. Baltimore in Week 11.[1]
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