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 a professional American football linebacker currently playing for the Washington Commanders. He achieved significant recognition during his college career at Texas A&M, earning All-American honors and the Butkus Award in 2010. Miller was drafted second overall by the Denver Broncos in the 2011 NFL Draft. Miller is known for his exceptional pass-rushing abilities and impact on defense.

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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 known as Von Miller, an American professional football linebacker.

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1999: Last Aggie All-American before Miller

In 1999, Jason Webster was the last Aggie to be named a first team All-American before Von Miller in 2009, highlighting the significance of Miller's achievement.

2007: Ranked as a Four-Star Recruit

In 2007, Von Miller was considered a four-star recruit by Rivals.com, listed as the number-15 weakside defensive end in the nation and chose Texas A&M.

2007: Freshman All-Big 12 Selection

In 2007, as a freshman at Texas A&M, Von Miller was named Freshman All-Big 12 by The Sporting News, recording 22 tackles and two sacks.

2008: Played Weakside Linebacker

In 2008, Von Miller played weakside linebacker, making 44 tackles and leading the team with 3.5 sacks.

2008: Suspension and Reflection

In spring 2008, Von Miller was suspended by head coach Mike Sherman due to skipping class and poor practice performance, leading Miller to consider transferring before recommitting to Texas A&M.

2009: Breakout Season as Jack Position

In 2009, Von Miller had a breakout season as the jack position, leading the nation in sacks with 17 and earning first-team All Big-12 and All-American honors.

2010: Played for Texas A&M

From 2007 to 2010, Von Miller played for the Texas A&M Aggies football team, marking his college football career.

2010: Butkus Award Winner

In 2010, Von Miller played as a 3–4 outside linebacker, won the Butkus Award as the nation's top linebacker, and was named a consensus first-team All-American.

2010: Projected as Second-Round Pick (if he had entered the draft)

In 2010, Von Miller was projected to be a second-round pick in the NFL draft had he passed on his senior season.

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 and was persuaded by LaDainian Tomlinson to join the lawsuit.

October 2012: Driving-Related Charges Leading to Warrant

The driving-related charges that led to the August 2013 arrest stemmed from incidents that occurred in October 2012.

2012: Created Sack Celebration Dance with Ubisoft

In 2012, Von Miller partnered with Ubisoft, the makers of "The Hip Hop Dance Experience" video game, to create his signature sack celebration dance, the "DeSoto Shuffle," which supported his Von's Vision foundation.

August 2013: Arrested on Failure to Appear Warrant

In August 2013, Von Miller was arrested on a failure to appear warrant related to driving charges.

September 2013: Cited for Speeding and Driving with Suspended License

In September 2013, Von Miller was cited for speeding and driving with a suspended license in Arapahoe County, Colorado.

December 2013: Previous ACL Injury with the Broncos

Von Miller's ACL tear in December 2022 with the Bills was a recurrence of the same injury in the same knee that he suffered nine years earlier in December 2013 while playing for the Broncos.

March 8, 2016: Announced as Contestant on Dancing with the Stars

On March 8, 2016, Von Miller was announced as one of the celebrities who would compete on season 22 of "Dancing with the Stars".

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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", finishing in eighth place.

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April 2018: Alleged Illegal Catch of Hammerhead Shark

In April 2018, Von Miller was alleged to have illegally landed and improperly caught and released a hammerhead shark while on a guided fishing tour off the coast of Florida.

September 8, 2020: Suffered Season-Ending Ankle Injury

On September 8, 2020, Von Miller suffered a dislocated peroneal tendon during practice and was placed on injured reserve, ending his season.

2021: Previous Assault Accusation

In 2021, Von Miller had previously been accused of assaulting the same girlfriend, although no charges were filed at that time.

2021: Traded to Los Angeles Rams and Super Bowl LVI win

In 2021, Von Miller was traded to the Los Angeles Rams and became a member of the team that won Super Bowl LVI, adding another championship to his career.

January 30, 2022: Celebrity Wheel of Fortune Win

On January 30, 2022, Von Miller won $30,000 for his charity, Von's Vision, on "Celebrity Wheel of Fortune".

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December 1, 2022: Placed on Injured Reserve Due to Torn ACL

On December 1, 2022, Von Miller was placed on injured reserve after exploratory surgery revealed he had torn his ACL, ending his season with the Buffalo Bills.

November 2023: Arrest Warrant Issued for Alleged Assault

In November 2023, the Dallas Police Department issued an arrest warrant for Von Miller, alleging that he assaulted a pregnant woman. He turned himself in and posted a $5,000 bond.

November 29, 2023: Alleged Assault Incident

On November 29, 2023, an incident allegedly occurred at Von Miller's home in Dallas involving his pregnant girlfriend, which led to a police investigation.