Early Life and Education of Von Miller: A Complete Timeline

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

Von Miller is an American professional football linebacker currently playing for the Washington Commanders. He was drafted second overall by the Denver Broncos in 2011 after a successful college career at Texas A&M, where he was recognized as a consensus All-American and won the Butkus Award. Miller is known for his skills as a pass rusher and linebacker.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

March 26, 1989: Von Miller's Birth

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

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2012: Teamed up with Ubisoft to create the "DeSoto Shuffle"

In 2012, Von Miller partnered with Ubisoft, the company behind "The Hip Hop Dance Experience" video game, to create his own sack celebration dance called the "DeSoto Shuffle," inspired by the game. Each time he performed the dance during a game, Ubisoft donated to Von's Vision.

December 22, 2013: ACL Injury

On December 22, 2013, Von Miller's season ended prematurely after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury during a win on the road against the Houston Texans.

March 8, 2016: Competed on Dancing with the Stars

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

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May 2, 2016: Eliminated from Dancing with the Stars

On May 2, 2016, Von Miller and his partner Witney Carson were eliminated from "Dancing with the Stars" during a double elimination, finishing in eighth place.

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September 8, 2020: Suffered Ankle Injury

On September 8, 2020, during practice, Von Miller suffered a "freak injury near the ankle." The injury was later revealed to be a dislocated peroneal tendon, leading to him being placed on injured reserve.

October 21, 2021: Final Game as a Bronco Due to Ankle Sprain

On October 21, 2021, Von Miller sprained his ankle against the Cleveland Browns, marking his final game as a Bronco.

2021: Rams Played in 2021 NFC Championship Game

On January 30, 2022 (the same date Von Miller's Rams played in the 2021 NFC Championship Game), Miller won the minimum $30,000 for his selected charity, Von's Vision.