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Myles Garrett Breaks Sacks Record, Browns Fall to Patriots

10/26/2025

Summary

Story summary

Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett reached 109.5 sacks on October 26, 2025, surpassing Reggie White's record for sacks before age 30.
In the game against the New England Patriots, Garrett's first-quarter sack of Patriots quarterback Drake Maye marked his 108.5th career sack.
Garrett added another sack in the second quarter.
The Browns lost 32-13, dropping to 2-6.
Earlier this season, Garrett signed a contract extension, becoming the highest-paid non-quarterback.

History

Historical Context

Lawrence Taylor transformed the linebacker position in the NFL during the 1980s, amassing 132.5 career sacks and influencing defensive strategies. His legacy continues with players like Myles Garrett, who achieved 109.5 sacks before age 30. This evolution underscores the increasing significance of defensive roles in the league, highlighted by Garrett's record-setting contract extension in 2020.

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Story summary

Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett reached 109.5 sacks on October 26, 2025, surpassing Reggie White's record for sacks before age 30.
In the game against the New England Patriots, Garrett's first-quarter sack of Patriots quarterback Drake Maye marked his 108.5th career sack.
Garrett added another sack in the second quarter.
The Browns lost 32-13, dropping to 2-6.
Earlier this season, Garrett signed a contract extension, becoming the highest-paid non-quarterback.

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