Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett has once again found himself in legal trouble for speeding, marking the ninth traffic citation he has received in Ohio since being drafted first overall by the Browns in 2017.
The latest incident occurred in late February, when Garrett was pulled over by law enforcement for driving well above the posted limit on a northeastern Ohio interstate. Despite his status as one of the league’s elite defenders, Garrett‘s repeated traffic offenses have become a growing concern both for the team and fans.
According to court records, a deputy clocked Garrett at 94 mph in a 70 mph zone on Interstate 71 in Congress Township, Wayne County, around 1:35 a.m. on February 21. He was reportedly driving a green 2024 Porsche when officers stopped him, and the deputy noted that he was cooperative during the interaction.
Garrett has been assigned a March 10 court date in Wayne County Municipal Court. However, he can opt to pay the fine, just over $100, and waive a personal appearance, a choice many expect him to take. While minor in financial terms, the citation underscores a long-standing pattern that has drawn criticism.
This is far from Garrett‘s first speeding incident. In August 2025, only hours after the Browns’ preseason opener, he was reportedly driving 100 mph in a 60 mph zone on I71 in Strongsville.
Former head coach Kevin Stefanski addressed the situation directly, describing it as “extremely disappointing” and emphasizing the importance of slowing down for personal safety and that of others on the road.
Mounting concern over repeated traffic violations
Garrett‘s most serious driving episode occurred in September 2022, when his Porsche left the roadway in Sharon Township, rolled multiple times, and left both him and a female passenger injured.
Investigators cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Garrett later called the crash a “wake-up call” and vowed to be more careful, acknowledging the dangers of reckless driving and expressing gratitude for surviving without life-threatening injuries.
Beyond these headline incidents, Garrett‘s history includes multiple citations for excessive speed and reckless operation, some reaching over 100 mph.
Despite these concerns, Garrett remains a cornerstone of the Cleveland defense, coming off a season where he earned his second Defensive Player of the Year award and set the league’s single-season sack record.
His recent multi-year contract extension further solidifies his status as a franchise player, though his repeated off-field missteps create an ongoing tension between talent and responsibility.
While Garrett‘s on-field dominance is undeniable, the accumulation of nine speeding tickets since 2017 raises serious questions about his judgment behind the wheel. Whether this pattern will prompt additional team intervention or personal accountability measures remains to be seen.
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