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The Cleveland Browns were hoping to put together their first winning streak of the season Sunday after a dominant performance in Week 7 against the Miami Dolphins, but the New England Patriots had something else in mind.
Cleveland struggled offensively again in a 32-13 loss to New England in Massachusetts, as rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel threw two interceptions and two touchdowns in a loss that looked close until a 21-point third quarter for New England.
Browns All-Pro defensive end Myles Garrett had a standout individual performance, securing five sacks on quarterback Drake Maye.
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Myles Garrett of the Cleveland Browns looks on during the second quarter of the game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on October 26, 2025 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
But Garrett doesn’t care what he does when the Browns’ record is 2-6. He gets tired of hearing the same questions every week after the game about how the offense doesn’t support great defensive performances.
“It doesn’t get any easier every week you ask me,” Garrett responded to a reporter’s question about the case.
“I would throw the whole performance away for a win.”
Garrett’s performance was a franchise record as no Browns player had ever recorded five sacks in a single game before. But instead of celebrating a brilliant day on the line, he was seen slamming his helmet down in frustration on the Browns’ sideline.
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Garrett’s second sack of the day set a new bar for pass rushers under the age of 30 as he hit the 108.5 sack mark to surpass Reggie White for the record, according to Cleveland.com.
Garrett’s talent is undeniable, but he made it clear this offseason that the chance to compete for a Super Bowl is what drives him.
Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) looks on during warmups before the game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on Oct. 26, 2025. (Brian Fluharty/Imagn Images)
It was a tumultuous offseason for the star edge rusher, starting with him requesting a trade in February after another lackluster Browns campaign in 2024. Garrett was looking for a contract extension at the time.
“As a kid dreaming of the NFL, all I focused on was the ultimate goal of winning a Super Bowl — and that goal fuels me more today than ever,” he said in a statement. “My love for the community of Northeast Ohio and the incredible fan base of the Cleveland Browns has made this one of the toughest decisions of my life. The past eight years have shaped me into the man I am today.
“While I have loved calling this city my home, my desire to win and compete on the biggest stages will not allow me to be complacent. The goal was never to go from Cleveland to Canton, it has always been to compete for and win a Super Bowl.”
Browns GM Andrew Berry was steadfast in not wanting to trade Garrett, and about a month later, the two sides agreed to a massive four-year extension worth $123 million, a record at the time of the signing. Garrett had a “change of heart,” according to his agent, and was committed to helping the Browns move forward with hopes of a Vince Lombardi trophy heading to Cleveland.
Myles Garrett of the Cleveland Browns looks on during pregame warmups at Gillette Stadium on October 26, 2025 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Billie Weiss/Getty Images)
Garrett and the Browns defense have done their job in that pursuit, allowing the third-fewest yards per carry. game of any NFL team this season (276.9), though the 32 points allowed dropped them to 17th in points allowed per game. match (23.0).
Meanwhile, the Browns’ offense is 31st in total yards per game. game (263.5) and 30th in points scored (15.8).
