Cleveland Browns All-Pro defensive back Myles Garrett was named the AFC Defensive Player of the Week for Week 12.
The comes after his incredible performance on Thursday Night Football against the Pittsburgh Steelers as he . In this game, Garrett managed to collect three sacks and fumbled opposing quarterback Russell Wilson.
He was undoubtedly the difference maker for the Cleveland Browns in this contest. Not only was it one of his best performances of the year, but it was also arguably his most notable against the Browns' AFC North rival.
Garrett posted this impressive statistic after renewed criticism of his Defensive Player of the Year award. After Thursday night's game, his chances of retaining that award increased dramatically. While the Browns' chances of making the playoffs are slim to none, there is still a lot to accomplish in the remaining time of the 2024 season.
We'll see if Garrett can put up similar numbers and another primetime appearance against the Denver Broncos.
