Myles Garrett fires back at Micah Parsons’ trash talk in viral podcast clash

Myles Garrett shut down Micah Parsons’ trash talk with a masterclass in confidence on **The Edge with Micah Parsons** podcast on 17 Jul 2026.

What happened?

Garrett, the 2025 NFL Defensive Player of the Year, faced off against Parsons in a heated exchange during the live show. Parsons, fresh off a torn ACL, claimed he could outplay Garrett on the defensive line. “I still think I’m right here,” Parsons said. “Cause I still do things that I think none of y’all do.” The jab landed-then Garrett fired back.

How did Myles Garrett respond?

Garrett didn’t flinch. When Parsons asked, “Who is none of y’all?” Garrett shot back with a smirk: “I can’t be 240. That’s not what I’m asked to do.” He doubled down, pointing to his role as a run-stuffer and edge-setter-key traits that helped him set the NFL single-season sack record with **23 sacks last year**. The crowd erupted.

Parsons then tried to undercut Garrett’s sack record by claiming it’d take him two years to break it. Garrett’s reply? A dismissive laugh. “What do you want,” he asked. “Sacks? Or pressures?” The jab cut deep-Parsons had logged **79 QB pressures in 14 games**, but Garrett’s **18 sacks in 13 games** last season spoke for itself.

Why it matters for Myles Garrett

This wasn’t just a podcast moment-it was a statement. Garrett’s 2025 MVP-level season cemented his status as the league’s premier pass rusher. His ability to dominate from every spot on the defensive line made Parsons’ claims ring hollow. And his weight? A non-issue. “I actually got to set the edge,” Garrett said. “Play the run. Get [tackles for loss].”

The exchange also highlighted Garrett’s poise under pressure. While Parsons leaned on bravado, Garrett leaned on results. His **23 sacks** shattered the previous record, and his all-around impact earned him back-to-back Defensive Player of the Year honors. The contrast was stark.

What comes next?

Garrett’s focus stays on the field. The Rams’ star enters training camp with a target on his back-and a chip on his shoulder. Parsons, meanwhile, is sidelined by injury, set to miss the start of the season. The timing couldn’t be better for Garrett to prove his dominance again.

For now, the viral clip cements Garrett’s reputation as the league’s most unshakable defender. And his message? Simple. **Actions speak louder than words.**

*Source: The Edge with Micah Parsons, 17 Jul 2026*