“Someone check on Mark Gastineau”: Fans react as Myles Garrett breaks NFL single-season sack record

Amisha Pandey / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Jan 05, 2026, 02:30 IST

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“Someone check on Mark Gastineau”: Fans react as Myles Garrett breaks NFL single-season sack record

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Myles Garrett has officially rewritten the NFL record books. On Sunday, the Cleveland Browns defensive end recorded his 23rd sack of the 2025 season, breaking the long‑standing NFL single‑season sack record and setting a new all‑time mark. Garrett’s performance capped with a sack against the Cincinnati Bengals in the fourth quarter didn’t just topple the record of 22.5 sacks held by Michael Strahan and T.J. Watt; it solidified his place as one of the most dominant pass rushers of the modern era.

Social Media Goes Wild for Myles Garrett’s Historic 23rd Sack

For years, the official NFL single‑season sack record stood at 22.5 sacks, co‑held by Michael Strahan (2001) and T.J. Watt (2021). Garrett entered the 2025 season with elite pass‑rushing credentials and quickly became the frontrunner to rewrite history.

On Sunday against the Bengals, Garrett took down quarterback Joe Burrow for his 23rd sack, officially clearing the previous mark. That play didn’t just end a record chase, it created a new standard for pass rush dominance in the NFL.Garrett’s 2025 campaign wasn’t a fluke, it was a masterclass in consistency and pressure:

Record pace all year: Garrett led the NFL in sacks for much of the season, showcasing relentless pressure even when the Browns’ defense was on the field for long periods.
Franchise history rewritten: He broke the Browns’ single‑season sack record earlier in the year, surpassing his own mark of 16.
Elite performances: Multiple games featured multi‑sack outings, including a five‑sack performance that tied the single‑game franchise record and propelled his season total dramatically.
Consistency through adversity: Garrett became the first player since 1982 to record at least 12 sacks in six consecutive seasons.

Despite a slow start by his standards, Garrett used the midseason surge to climb into record territory and never looked back.

As the news broke online, fans poured into social media with mixed reactions from pure praise to heated sack‑stat debates.

These reactions show both admiration for Garrett’s dominance and the ongoing cultural debate about how NFL records should be compared across eras.Myles Garrett didn’t just chase history, he made it. By setting the new official NFL single‑season sack record at 23 sacks, he stepped atop an exclusive list that includes some of the greatest defensive players in league history. Whether fans debate the era or celebrate the achievement, Garrett’s 2025 season will be remembered as one of the premier defensive performances in NFL history.Also read - Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy injury update: Listed questionable to return following right-hand injury vs. Packers

About the AuthorAmisha Pandey

Amisha Pandey has been covering the NFL since 2024, with her eyes always locked on the latest buzz — from dating rumors to Instagram posts. With a Bachelor of Commerce degree and a flair for storytelling, she mixes quirky words with an easy, consumable style that keeps readers hooked. Beyond football, Amisha dives into pop culture, viral trends, and celebrity drama, while her personal passions include music, rap, movies, and content creation. Whether it’s breaking down an NFL controversy or vibing to the latest track, she brings the same energy and curiosity to everything she does.

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