Myles Garrett on Playing Offense & Defense, $1M Halloween and Poem for Chloe Kim

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March 2026 Sports Illustrated Cover Star Myles Garrett sits down to share 23 personal facts that reveal the personality behind one of the NFL’s most dominant defenders. Garrett discusses why he believes he can realistically play both offense and defense in the NFL, details how he has spent over $1 million transforming Halloween into a full neighborhood spectacle, and recites the poem he wrote for Olympic gold medalist girlfriend Chloe Kim. From Pokémon and anime to photography, family legacy, dream cars and game day mindset, this cover story conversation shows the many layers of Myles Garrett beyond the sack totals. Read the full March 2026 cover story written by Greg Bishop at SI.com. ____________________ 00:00 Myles Garrett is put on the hot seat to share one of his poems 00:10 Myles Garrett introduces 23 fun facts 00:18 Myles Garrett talks about falling in love with photography while traveling 00:33 Myles Garrett says his favorite photo he has taken is of Chloe Kim 00:45 Myles Garrett shares childhood memories of syrup soaked breakfasts with his grandmother 01:03 Myles Garrett explains how maple syrup became a lifelong obsession 01:24 Myles Garrett reveals how gaming was a huge part of his childhood 01:32 Myles Garrett names God of War and Ghost of Tsushima as favorite story mode games 01:46 Myles Garrett reveals he and Chloe Kim bond over playing Pokémon together 02:00 Myles Garrett shares that his favorite early console was the Nintendo DS 02:12 Myles Garrett reflects on sharing a Game Boy with his sister growing up 02:34 Myles Garrett recalls losing a holographic Mewtwo card in the wash 02:55 Myles Garrett explains how he replaced that Mewtwo card for his brother as an adult 03:20 Myles Garrett names his favorite Pokémon 03:44 Myles Garrett reveals his favorite music genres 03:53 Myles Garrett calls Songs in the Key of Life a top three album ever 04:03 Myles Garrett breaks down his favorite types of sushi 04:21 Myles Garrett reflects on growing up watching Dragon Ball Z, Pokémon and classic anime 05:03 Myles Garrett reveals he originally played wide receiver before switching to defense 05:17 Myles Garrett explains how a coach convinced him he could become special on defense 05:58 Myles Garrett shares his first sack memory and getting slapped by a teammate in celebration 07:18 Myles Garrett talks facing Lamar Jackson in college and their competitive respect 08:13 Myles Garrett names the Porsche 911 Turbo and GT2 RS as dream cars 08:56 Myles Garrett admits some supercars simply do not fit his frame 09:17 Myles Garrett walks through his detailed game day routine and preparation 09:48 Myles Garrett explains why he believes he is the best player on the field every time he steps out 10:15 Myles Garrett explains how poetry and creativity come from books, pictures and love 10:51 Myles Garrett recites the poem he wrote for Chloe Kim 11:25 Myles Garrett reveals he has spent low seven figures on Halloween decorations and costumes 11:52 Myles Garrett explains how decorating the neighborhood became a tradition 12:06 Myles Garrett recalls breaking his high school sack record with eight and a half sacks 13:07 Myles Garrett reflects on his family’s elite athletic legacy 13:31 Myles Garrett shares how he learned to focus on small steps instead of overwhelming expectations 13:59 Myles Garrett speaks on what is the best Texas barbecue spot ____________________ Executive Producer: Alex Tzavalas Director / Producer: Greg Cally Director of Photography: Snyder Derival Audio: Jessie Nunnoo Editor: Ori Galis