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Von Miller

Miller with the Denver Broncos in 2018
No. 24 – Washington Commanders
Position:	Linebacker
Personal information
Born:	(1989-03-26) March 26, 1989 (age 36) DeSoto, Texas, U.S.
Height:	6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Weight:	245 lb (111 kg)
Career information
High school:	DeSoto
College:	Texas A&M (2007–2010)
NFL Draft:	2011 / Round: 1 / Pick: 2
Career history
Denver Broncos (2011) Los Angeles Rams (2021) Buffalo Bills (2022) Washington Commanders (2025–present)
Roster status:	Active
Career highlights and awards
2× Super Bowl champion (50, LVI) Super Bowl MVP (50) NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (2011) 3× first-team All-Pro (2012, 2015, 2016) 4× second-team All-Pro (2011, 2014, 2017, 2018) 8× Pro Bowl (2011, 2012, 2014–2019) NFL 2010s All-Decade Team Butkus Award (pro) (2012) PFWA All-Rookie Team (2011) Butkus Award (college) (2010) Jack Lambert Trophy (2010) Consensus All-American (2010) First-team All-American (2009) 2× first-team All-Big 12 (2009, 2010) NFL record Most career sacks in the Super Bowl: 4.5 (tied)
Career NFL statistics
Total tackles: 581 Sacks: 129.5 Forced fumbles: 27 Fumble recoveries: 9 Pass deflections: 24 Interceptions: 2 Defensive touchdowns: 2
Player stats at PFR

Vonnie B'VSean Miller (born March 26, 1989) is an American professional football player. He plays as a linebacker for the Washington Commanders in the National Football League (NFL). Miller played college football for the Texas A&M Aggies. There, he earned top honors like the Butkus Award. He was picked second overall in the 2011 NFL draft by the Denver Broncos.

Miller has been chosen as an All-Pro seven times and for the Pro Bowl eight times. As of 2024, he has the most career sacks among active players. He also holds the record for most career sacks in Broncos history with 110.5. After the 2015 NFL season, Miller was named Super Bowl MVP in Super Bowl 50. In 2021, Miller joined the Los Angeles Rams and helped them win Super Bowl LVI. He then played for the Buffalo Bills from 2022 to 2024. On July 21, 2025, he signed with the Washington Commanders.

Early Life and High School Football

Von Miller was born on March 26, 1989, in DeSoto, Texas. This is a suburb near Dallas. He went to DeSoto High School. There, he played for the DeSoto Eagles football team.

In his junior year, he made 37 tackles and 7 sacks. As a senior, he was named the District 8-5A Defensive MVP. He had 76 tackles and 6 sacks that year. Miller also competed in track and field events. He was considered a top recruit by Rivals.com. He chose to play for Texas A&M over other major universities.

College Football Career

Miller played for the Texas A&M Aggies football team from 2007 to 2010. As a freshman in 2007, he played as a defensive end. He made 22 tackles and 2 sacks.

In 2008, as a sophomore, Miller played as a weakside linebacker. He had 44 tackles and 3.5 sacks. His role focused more on pass coverage.

Breakout Season and Awards

In 2009, Miller became a "jack position" player. This role is a mix of defensive end and linebacker. It let him use his skills to rush the quarterback. He led the nation with 17 sacks. He also had 21 tackles for loss. For his great play, he was named first-team All-Big 12. He also became a first-team All-American. He was the first Aggie to be named a first-team All-American since 1999.

As a senior in 2010, Miller switched to playing as a 3–4 outside linebacker. He got a high ankle sprain early in the season. Despite this, he still had 10.5 sacks and 17.5 tackles for loss. He again earned first-team All-Big 12 honors. He also won the Butkus Award as the nation's best linebacker. He was named a consensus first-team All-American. Miller studied poultry science in college. He raises chickens in his free time.

College Statistics

Professional Football Career

Before the 2011 NFL draft, experts thought Miller would be a top five pick. He was seen as one of the best linebackers available. At the 2011 Senior Bowl, Miller was named the Defensive MVP. He performed very well at the NFL Combine. His 60-yard shuttle time broke a combine record for linebackers.

Denver Broncos

Miller with the Denver Broncos in 2011

Miller signing autographs for U.S. troops at the Transit Center at Manas, 2013

The Denver Broncos selected Miller second overall in the 2011 NFL draft. He was the highest-picked linebacker since 2000. Broncos executive John Elway called Miller a player who "comes around every 10 years." Miller signed his rookie contract on July 28, 2011. He chose to wear number 58 to honor Hall of Fame linebacker Derrick Thomas.

2011 Season: Rookie Success

In his first NFL play on September 12, 2011, Miller forced a fumble. He got his first sack on September 18, 2011. Miller was named the AFC Defensive Player of the Week in Week 11. The Broncos made the playoffs that year. In his playoff debut, Miller had three tackles.

Miller was chosen for the 2012 Pro Bowl. He was also named AP Defensive Rookie of the Year. He finished his rookie season with 11.5 sacks. He was ranked 52nd among NFL players by his peers.

2012 Season: MVP Candidate

Miller started his second season strong, with 10 sacks in nine games. He was even considered for the MVP award. He earned his second AFC Defensive Player of the Week award. This was after he had three sacks and two forced fumbles. He was named AFC Defensive Player of the Month for November.

Miller finished the 2012 season with 18.5 sacks. This broke the Broncos' single-season sack record. He was also named first-team All-Pro. Miller teamed up with the video game company Ubisoft. They created a sack celebration dance called the "DeSoto Shuffle." Ubisoft donated money to Von's Vision for each time he did the dance. Von's Vision helps provide eye care for kids. He was ranked 9th among NFL players in 2013.

Miller (third from right) visited U.S. Army soldiers in Afghanistan in 2013

2013 Season: Injury Setback

Miller was suspended for six games in 2013. This was due to a violation of league policy. He returned to play on October 20, 2013. On November 24, he recovered a fumble and ran it 60 yards for a touchdown. This was his second career touchdown. His season ended early on December 22, 2013. He suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury (ACL). Without Miller, the Broncos reached Super Bowl XLVIII. However, they lost to the Seattle Seahawks. He was ranked 76th among NFL players in 2014.

2014 Season: Strong Return

After recovering from his ACL injury, Miller returned for his fourth season. He earned AFC Defensive Player of the Month for October. He recorded 14 sacks and 59 tackles. He was nominated for the Pro Bowl for his performance. He was ranked 33rd among NFL players in 2015.

2015 Season: Super Bowl Champion and MVP

Miller in Super Bowl 50

On September 17, 2015, Miller reached 50 career sacks in 58 games. This made him the third-fastest player in NFL history to do so. He finished the 2015 season with 11 sacks.

In the AFC Championship, Miller sacked Tom Brady 2.5 times. He also had an interception. In Super Bowl 50, the Broncos played the Carolina Panthers. Miller forced two fumbles from Panthers quarterback Cam Newton. One of these led to a Broncos touchdown. The Broncos won 24–10. Miller recorded 2.5 sacks and two forced fumbles. He was named Super Bowl MVP for his amazing performance. Many consider it one of the best defensive performances in Super Bowl history.

Miller was named to his fourth Pro Bowl. He also earned his second first-team All-Pro selection. He was ranked 15th among NFL players in 2016.

2016 Season: Highest-Paid Defender

On July 15, 2016, Miller signed a 6-year deal worth $114.5 million with the Broncos. This included $70 million guaranteed. He became the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history.

Miller earned AFC Defensive Player of the Week in Week 2. He was also AFC Defensive Player of the Month for September. He finished the 2016 season with 13.5 sacks. He was named to his fifth Pro Bowl and third first-team All-Pro. He was ranked second among NFL players in 2017, the highest-ranked defensive player.

Later Broncos Seasons

Miller in 2017

In 2017, Miller was named to his sixth Pro Bowl. He recorded his fourth straight season with at least 10 sacks. He was named the 2018 Pro Bowl defensive MVP. He was ranked ninth among NFL players in 2018.

In 2018, Miller recorded three sacks in the season opener. In Week 11, he intercepted a pass and returned it 42 yards. This helped the Broncos win. He recorded his 100th career sack (including playoffs). He was selected to his seventh Pro Bowl. He was ranked 10th among NFL players in 2019.

Miller alongside Derrick Henry at the 2020 Pro Bowl

In 2019, Miller got his 100th career regular season sack. He was selected to his eighth Pro Bowl. He was also named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame All-Decade Team for the 2010s. He was ranked 26th among NFL players in 2020.

Miller missed the entire 2020 season due to a dislocated peroneal tendon injury. In March 2021, the Broncos kept Miller for the 2021 season. He recorded 4.5 sacks in six games. He sprained his ankle on October 21, 2021. This was his last game as a Bronco.

Los Angeles Rams

On November 1, 2021, Miller was traded to the Los Angeles Rams. He was the longest-tenured Bronco at the time. Miller chose to wear number 40 for the Rams, his college number.

In Week 15, Miller got his first sack as a Ram. In Week 17, he had his best game with two sacks. Overall in 2021, Miller had 9.5 sacks. In Super Bowl LVI against the Cincinnati Bengals, Miller recorded two sacks. The Rams won 23–20. He became only the second player to have multiple Super Bowl games with multiple sacks. He also tied the record for most career Super Bowl sacks with 4.5. He was ranked 93rd among NFL players in 2022.

Buffalo Bills

Miller with the Buffalo Bills in 2022

On March 16, 2022, Miller signed a six-year deal with the Buffalo Bills. In his first game with the Bills, he had two sacks against his former team, the Rams. During a Thanksgiving Day game, Miller suffered a knee injury. He was later found to have torn his ACL. He missed the rest of the 2022 season.

Miller started the 2023 season on the reserve/PUP list. He was activated on October 7, 2023. Miller struggled after returning from his injury. He had three tackles and zero sacks in twelve games. He also played in the Bills' playoff games. In October 2024, Miller was suspended for four games. He finished the 2024 season with six sacks. In the Divisional Round of the playoffs, Miller recovered a fumble. He was released by the Bills on March 9, 2025.

Washington Commanders

On July 21, 2025, Miller signed a one-year contract with the Washington Commanders. He chose to wear jersey number 24. This was a tribute to Kobe Bryant and his former teammate Champ Bailey.

NFL Career Statistics

Regular season

Postseason

NFL Records and Achievements

Broncos Franchise Records

When he left the Broncos in 2021, Miller held several team records for sacks:

• Career sacks: 110.5
• Single season sacks: 18.5 (in 2012)
• Playoff career sacks: 6.5
• Single playoff season sacks: 5 (in 2015)
• Single playoff game sacks: 2.5 (twice, including Super Bowl 50)

NFL Record

• Most sacks in the Super Bowl: 4.5 (tied with Charles Haley)

Personal Life

Von Miller's parents, Von and Gloria, were both college athletes. They own a power supply business. He has a younger brother named Vinsynzie. Miller studied poultry science in college. He enjoys raising chickens on his own farm. He has two children with his longtime girlfriend.

In 2016, Miller competed on Dancing with the Stars. He was partnered with professional dancer Witney Carson. They finished the competition in eighth place.

On January 30, 2022, Miller appeared on Celebrity Wheel of Fortune. He won $30,000 for his charity, Von's Vision. This foundation helps provide eye care and glasses to young people who need them.

See also

In Spanish: Von Miller para niños