Myles Garrett had a historic 2025 NFL season, breaking the single-season sack record, earning his fifth First Team All-Pro honor, and setting multiple personal and team records, solidifying his legacy as one of the league's top pass rushers.
Myles Garrett set the NFL single-season sack record during a game against the Bengals, but Bengals coach Zac Taylor was upset because he was not informed about the game stoppage to celebrate Garrett's achievement, which disrupted the Bengals' tempo and potentially affected their final moments in the game.
Myles Garrett accused the Steelers of prioritizing preventing his sack record over winning the game, which they lost 13-6. Despite not breaking the record in this game, Garrett remains confident he will achieve it in the final game of the season.
Myles Garrett did not break the single-season sack record in Week 17, finishing the game with 22.0 sacks for the season, and will have one more game to attempt to set the record.
Jared Allen believes he holds the NFL single-season sack record with 23 sacks in 2011, claiming a phantom call took away a sack against Aaron Rodgers, a sentiment echoed by Rodgers himself, who considers Allen the true record holder. Allen is set to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.
Former New York Jets pass rusher Mark Gastineau confronted Brett Favre over a controversial moment in 2001 when Favre appeared to allow Michael Strahan to break Gastineau's single-season sack record. Gastineau expressed that the incident "hurt" him, while Favre explained he was not trying to harm Gastineau's legacy and acknowledged the potential financial and career implications for Gastineau. Favre hopes the controversy highlights Gastineau's achievements and supports his Hall of Fame candidacy.
Brett Favre addressed a viral exchange with Mark Gastineau regarding the controversial sack by Michael Strahan in 2002 that broke the NFL's single-season sack record. Gastineau expressed feeling "hurt" by Favre's actions, suggesting Favre made it too easy for Strahan. Favre clarified on social media that he was not trying to hurt Gastineau but was focused on closing out the game and having fun. He acknowledged understanding Gastineau's feelings in retrospect, noting the different eras they played in.
Brett Favre addressed accusations that he intentionally allowed Michael Strahan to sack him in 2001, helping Strahan set the single-season sack record. Favre admitted the thought "maybe crossed my mind" but emphasized there was no malice towards Mark Gastineau, whose record was surpassed. Favre expressed respect for Gastineau and criticized the recording of their recent private conversation. The incident highlights the controversy of aiding players in achieving statistical milestones.
Former Jets pass rusher Mark Gastineau still harbors resentment towards Brett Favre for taking a dive to help Michael Strahan break Gastineau's single-season sack record 23 years ago. This grudge is highlighted in an upcoming documentary, and Gastineau recently confronted Favre about the incident, expressing his lingering frustration. Gastineau also plans to address Strahan, whom he believes conspired with Favre. Despite T.J. Watt tying the record, Gastineau remains focused on reclaiming his title.
A new ESPN 30 for 30 documentary, "The New York Sack Exchange," highlights a tense confrontation between former New York Jets star Mark Gastineau and Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre. Gastineau accused Favre of deliberately taking a sack in 2001 to help Michael Strahan break Gastineau's single-season sack record. The incident, captured on video, underscores Gastineau's long-standing grudge against Favre and Strahan, despite initially congratulating Strahan. The documentary explores the dynamics of the Jets' "Sack Exchange" and Gastineau's complex relationships with his teammates.
Myles Garrett has become the undisputed all-time sacks leader for the Cleveland Browns, surpassing Bill Glass' unofficial record of 77.5 sacks. With 79 sacks in his career, Garrett expressed gratitude towards his teammates and the organization, recognizing the significance of the unofficial sack list. The first overall draft pick in 2017, Garrett has recorded 4.5 sacks in three games this season.
Pittsburgh Steelers' T.J. Watt broke the team's all-time sacks record previously held by James Harrison, with 81.5 sacks in his career. Harrison, who was in attendance for the game, expressed his gratitude for witnessing the record-breaking moment in person, stating that records are meant to be broken. Watt's sack came during a critical drive against the Cleveland Browns, and his performance highlights his exceptional talent.