Browns' Garrett: 'I'm nearing my prime, the peak of my powers'

Myles Garrett is making a strong case for Defensive Player of the Year this season, but he believes his best is still to come.

"I think I'm nearing my prime, the peak of my powers," the Cleveland Browns defensive end told "The Pat McAfee Show" on Tuesday. "I think it's just matching that experience and that wisdom as well as my athletic ability. Both of those being combined, I think that's really taken my game to another level."

Garrett credited his teammates and Browns defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz for helping him reach the level he's at now.

"I've got to give credit to my teammates and Jim Schwartz because without those guys and him putting us in position to make plays, none of that's possible," Garrett said. "He's willing to line me up anywhere and try out stuff. He knows I'm going to do my thing. He's like, 'We'll get you one-on-one and you'll wreak havoc, so go do it.'"

Through eight games, Garrett has tallied 9.5 sacks, eight tackles for a loss, 18 quarterback hits, and a league-high four forced fumbles. The Browns' defense currently leads the NFL in both total yards and passing yards allowed per game.

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