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Garrett's unanimous Defensive Player of the Year win contrasts with T.J. Watt’s down season (seven sacks, three misses) and aging edge-rusher concerns, even as Garrett set a single-season sacks record with 23. Pittsburgh’s $123 million extension signals belief Watt still has more to give, making this moment feel like a potential turning point and a test of Watt's ability to reclaim dominance.
Myles Garrett is one of five edge rushers named as NFL Defensive Player of the Year finalists—Will Anderson, Nik Bonitto, Aidan Hutchinson and Micah Parsons join him. Garrett set the single-season sack record with 23; Hutchinson had 14.5, Bonitto 14, Parsons 12.5, and Anderson 12, with the winner to be revealed at the NFL Honors; analysts note the lineup leans heavily toward pass rushers.
The Atlanta Falcons, after hiring Kevin Stefanski as head coach, retained defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich on a new three-year deal. Owner Arthur Blank publicly backed Ulbrich, whose 2025 defense surged from near the bottom in sacks to second in the NFL, setting a franchise record with 57 sacks, aided by a strong rookie class and key veterans.
Khalil Mack’s 12th NFL season ended without a postseason win as the Chargers fell 16-3 to the Patriots, and with free agency approaching in March at age 35 he’s weighing whether to continue or retire, saying he wants to factor in feelings and his family before deciding. He previously considered retirement last year, and in 2025 he posted 5.5 sacks, 11 QB hits and 32 tackles, bringing his career sacks to 113 (29th all-time). If he returns, his next destination could be in L.A. or elsewhere.
Myles Garrett set an NFL single-season sack record with 23 sacks, surpassing Hall of Famer Michael Strahan, and expressed his ambition to reach 25 sacks next season, celebrating his achievement and his pursuit of further success.
Myles Garrett broke the NFL single-season sack record with 23 sacks in Week 18, achieving a historic milestone for his career and the Cleveland Browns, and celebrated with his team and family after a hard-fought victory.
Myles Garrett set the NFL single-season sack record with 23 sacks in a game against the Bengals, overcoming a nightmare and difficult season, and celebrated with his team, while also expressing a desire to reach 25 sacks next season.
The Atlanta Falcons set a franchise record with 57 sacks in the 2025 season, highlighted by rookie James Pearce Jr.'s 10.5 sacks, marking a significant turnaround for the team's pass rush and showcasing the contributions of young players and strategic acquisitions.
Myles Garrett broke the NFL single-season sack record with 23 sacks in 2025, surpassing Michael Strahan and T.J. Watt, and achieved multiple accolades including Browns' single-season sack record and consistent performance. His success was supported by his teammates, coaches, and his own focused preparation, emphasizing his all-around impact on the Browns' defense and his desire to be remembered as one of the best in the game.
Myles Garrett set a new NFL single-season sack record with 23.5 sacks in 2025 after sacking Joe Burrow in the final game of the season, surpassing the previous record and continuing his impressive career with 125.5 sacks overall.
Haason Reddick's limited sack production for the Buccaneers is attributed to injuries, and despite high expectations, his impact has been less than hoped. The team has struggled with developing effective edge rushers, and while some recent draft picks show promise, overall pass rush production remains a challenge. The Bucs' defense has relied on veteran players like Shaquil Barrett and Jason Pierre-Paul for pass rushing, but with limited time remaining in the season, improving the pass rush is a pressing concern.
The article analyzes Week 10 NFL quarterback success rates, highlighting that while high success correlates with strong DVOA, some quarterbacks like Sam Darnold excel despite lower success rates due to big plays, whereas others like Geno Smith struggle with low success and DVOA. It also discusses issues like sacks and failed completions affecting quarterback performance, with specific focus on players like Daniel Jones, Aaron Rodgers, and Jaxson Dart.
The Jets secured a 27-20 victory over the Browns, with Will McDonald IV tying a franchise record with four sacks, while a crucial holding penalty by Browns linebacker Devin Bush helped the Jets maintain their lead. Joe Tippmann played a key role in Breece Hall's touchdown, and the Browns' loss was notable as they were the first since 1950 to lose without turnovers and holding the opponent to under 175 yards. Jets coach Aaron Glenn emphasized focus and resilience in their win.
North Carolina's football team narrowly defeated Stanford 20-15, relying heavily on a strong defensive performance with a season-high eight sacks, while their offense struggled with penalties and limited yardage, ultimately securing their second consecutive win.
The Denver Broncos' pass rush is on track to set an NFL record for sacks in a season, with 46 sacks through 10 games, potentially reaching 78 by season's end, surpassing the 1984 Bears' record of 72.