What Happened to Vonnie B'VSean Miller?
Von Miller is a highly decorated American professional football linebacker, a two-time Super Bowl champion and Super Bowl 50 MVP, known for his dominant pass-rushing abilities. After stints with the Denver Broncos, Los Angeles Rams, and Buffalo Bills, he played for the Washington Commanders in 2025, recording 9 sacks. As of August 2026, the 37-year-old is a free agent actively seeking to play his 16th NFL season and is widely expected to sign with his hometown team, the Dallas Cowboys.
Quick Answer
Von Miller, the future Hall of Fame linebacker, is currently a free agent as of August 17, 2026, at 37 years old. He played for the Washington Commanders in 2025, where he had a productive season with 9 sacks. Miller has publicly expressed his strong desire to continue playing in the NFL and has been lobbying for a spot, particularly with the Dallas Cowboys, his hometown team. Reports indicate he is expected to sign with the Cowboys for the 2026 season.
📊Key Facts
📅Complete Timeline15 events
Drafted by Denver Broncos
Von Miller was selected by the Denver Broncos as the second overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft, marking the start of his professional career.
NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year
In his inaugural NFL season, Miller recorded 11.5 sacks and was named the Associated Press NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year.
Launches Von's Vision Foundation
Miller established the Von's Vision Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing low-income students with eye care and eyewear.
Super Bowl 50 Champion & MVP
Miller led the Denver Broncos to a Super Bowl 50 victory over the Carolina Panthers, earning Super Bowl MVP honors for his dominant performance, including 2.5 sacks.
Traded to Los Angeles Rams
Mid-season, Miller was traded from the Denver Broncos to the Los Angeles Rams, a move that would significantly impact his immediate future.
Wins Super Bowl LVI with Rams
Miller secured his second Super Bowl championship, this time with the Los Angeles Rams, defeating the Cincinnati Bengals.
Signs with Buffalo Bills
Miller signed a six-year, $120 million contract with the Buffalo Bills, aiming to bring his championship experience to the team.
Suffers Torn ACL
Miller tore his ACL on Thanksgiving Day against the Detroit Lions, prematurely ending his first season with the Bills and impacting his performance in the subsequent year.
Zero Sacks in Return from Injury
After returning from his ACL injury, Miller played the entire 2023 season but failed to record a single sack, an uncharacteristic statistic for the pass-rushing specialist.
Receives Four-Game Suspension
Miller was suspended for four games without pay by the NFL for violating the league's personal conduct policy, following a domestic violence allegation from November 2023 (charges were not filed).
Released by Buffalo Bills
The Buffalo Bills released Miller as a cap casualty, saving $8.4 million against their 2025 cap number, after three years of his six-year deal.
Signs with Washington Commanders
Miller signed a one-year, $6.1 million deal with the Washington Commanders, where he would go on to have a productive season.
Leads Commanders with 9 Sacks
Despite playing a rotational role, Miller led the Washington Commanders with 9 sacks and recorded 26 total tackles in 17 games, demonstrating he still had significant impact.
Expresses Desire to Remain with Commanders
As a pending free agent, Miller publicly stated his loyalty and desire to re-sign with the Washington Commanders for the 2026 season.
Expected to Sign with Dallas Cowboys
As a free agent, Von Miller is widely reported and expected to sign with the Dallas Cowboys, his hometown team, for the 2026 NFL season, likely as a rotational pass rusher.
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🔍Deep Dive Analysis
Vonnie B'VSean Miller, born March 26, 1989, has established himself as one of the most dominant defensive players in NFL history. Drafted second overall by the Denver Broncos in 2011, Miller quickly made an impact, earning NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year honors. His tenure with the Broncos culminated in a Super Bowl 50 victory in 2016, where he was named the game's MVP for his pivotal performance.
In 2021, Miller was traded to the Los Angeles Rams, where he promptly secured his second Super Bowl ring in Super Bowl LVI, further cementing his legacy as a big-game player. Following this, he signed a lucrative six-year, $120 million deal with the Buffalo Bills in March 2022. However, his time in Buffalo was marred by a torn ACL suffered on Thanksgiving Day 2022, which sidelined him for the remainder of that season. He struggled to regain his form in 2023, failing to record a single sack.
The 2024 season saw Miller record six sacks for the Bills, but he also faced a four-game suspension for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy, stemming from a November 2023 domestic violence allegation, though charges were never filed. Due to his high salary and diminished on-field production, the Bills released him in March 2025.
Miller then signed a one-year, $6.1 million contract with the Washington Commanders for the 2025 season. Despite his age and playing a rotational role (approximately 37-40% of defensive snaps), he enjoyed a resurgence, leading the Commanders with 9 sacks and tallying 26 total tackles in 17 games. He expressed a strong desire to remain with the Commanders, citing loyalty to the team's management.
As of August 17, 2026, Von Miller is a free agent. The 37-year-old has been very vocal about his intention to play in 2026, actively lobbying for a contract. He has shown interest in returning to his former teams, the Denver Broncos and Buffalo Bills, but has most notably expressed a strong desire to play for his hometown Dallas Cowboys. Recent social media activity and reports suggest he is expected to sign with the Cowboys, potentially on a one-year deal in the $5-7 million range, to serve as a situational pass rusher. He was also inducted into the Texas Sports Hall of Fame in 2026.
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