Early Life and Education of Von Miller: A Complete Timeline

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How education and upbringing influenced the life of Von Miller. A timeline of key moments.

Von Miller is an American football linebacker currently playing for the Buffalo Bills. He had a successful college career at Texas A&M, earning All-American honors and the Butkus Award. Miller was drafted second overall by the Denver Broncos in 2011, marking the start of his NFL career.

March 26, 1989: Von Miller's Birth

On March 26, 1989, Vonnie B'VSean Miller was born. He is now a professional football linebacker.

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1999: First Aggie All-American Since Jason Webster

In 2009, Von Miller became the first Aggie to be named a first team All-American since Jason Webster in 1999.

2007: Ranked as a Four-Star Recruit

In 2007, Von Miller was considered a four-star recruit and chose Texas A&M over other offers.

2007: Freshman All-Big 12 Honors

In 2007, as a freshman at Texas A&M, Von Miller was named Freshman All-Big 12 by The Sporting News.

2008: Played Weakside Linebacker

In 2008, Von Miller played weakside linebacker and recorded 44 tackles and 3.5 sacks.

2008: Suspension and Consideration of Transfer

In 2008, Von Miller was suspended by coach Mike Sherman, leading him to consider transferring before deciding to stay.

2009: Breakout Season at Texas A&M

In 2009, Von Miller had a breakout season, leading the nation in sacks and earning All-American honors.

2010: Played Final Season at Texas A&M

In 2010, Von Miller played his final season for the Texas A&M Aggies football team.

2010: Butkus Award and All-American Honors

In 2010, Von Miller won the Butkus Award and earned consensus first-team All-American honors.

March 2011: Selected for NFL Labor Union Talks

In March 2011, Von Miller was selected to represent top-flight rookies in the NFL Labor Union talks.

2012: "DeSoto Shuffle" Sack Celebration

In 2012, Von Miller teamed up with Ubisoft to create his own sack celebration dance called the "DeSoto Shuffle" to raise money for Von's Vision.

October 20, 2013: Return from Suspension

On October 20, 2013, Von Miller became eligible to play again after serving his six-game suspension.

March 8, 2016: Von Miller Joins Dancing with the Stars

On March 8, 2016, Von Miller was announced as a contestant on season 22 of Dancing with the Stars, partnered with Witney Carson.

May 2, 2016: Von Miller Eliminated from Dancing with the Stars

On May 2, 2016, Von Miller and Witney Carson were eliminated from Dancing with the Stars, finishing in eighth place.