Chris Miller (American football) facts for kids
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Miller (12) with the Falcons in 1991.
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| Position: | Quarterback | ||||||||||||||
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| Born: | August 9, 1965 Pomona, California |
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| Height: | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) | ||||||||||||||
| Weight: | 212 lb (96 kg) | ||||||||||||||
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| High school: | Sheldon (Eugene, Oregon) | ||||||||||||||
| College: | Oregon | ||||||||||||||
| NFL Draft: | 1987 / Round: 1 / Pick: 13 | ||||||||||||||
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Christopher James Miller (born August 9, 1965) is a former American football player. He was a talented quarterback who played in the NFL. He was chosen by the Atlanta Falcons in the first round of the 1987 NFL Draft.
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Who is Chris Miller?
Chris Miller was born in Pomona, California. He became a professional football player. He is best known for his time as a quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons. He also played for the Los Angeles Rams and Denver Broncos.
Early Life and College Football
Before joining the NFL, Chris Miller played college football. He attended the University of Oregon. There, he played for the Oregon Ducks team. His strong performance in college helped him get noticed by NFL teams.
Playing in the NFL
Chris Miller was picked as the 13th player overall in the 1987 NFL Draft. This meant he was one of the top players chosen that year.
Atlanta Falcons Career
Miller started his NFL career with the Atlanta Falcons. He played for them from 1987 to 1993. During his time with the Falcons, he showed great skill as a quarterback. He was even selected for the Pro Bowl in 1991. The Pro Bowl is an all-star game for the best players in the NFL.
Time with the Rams and Broncos
After playing for the Falcons, Miller joined the Los Angeles / St. Louis Rams. He played for them in 1994 and 1995. He later returned to the NFL in 1999 to play for the Denver Broncos.
Health Challenges and Retirement
Chris Miller's playing career was affected by concussions. These are serious head injuries. He had five concussions in just 14 months. Because of these injuries, he decided to leave the NFL in 1995.
He tried to return to the NFL in 1999 with the Denver Broncos. However, he got another concussion that year. This made him decide to retire from playing football for good. His health was very important.
After Playing: Coaching Career
After his playing days, Chris Miller became a coach. He worked as a coach for quarterbacks. He coached for the Arizona Cardinals from 2009 to 2012. He also served as the Offensive Coordinator for the Houston XFL team in 2020.
Awards and Recognition
In 2005, Chris Miller was honored for his football achievements. He was made a member of the Oregon Sports Hall of Fame. This award recognizes great athletes from Oregon.
