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Von Miller

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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1992: Aggies' Highest Draft Pick Since Quentin Coryatt

In 2011, Von Miller became the Aggies' highest draft pick since Quentin Coryatt in 1992.

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.

2000: Highest-Selected Linebacker Since LaVar Arrington

In 2011, Von Miller was the highest-selected linebacker since LaVar Arrington in 2000.

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.

2010: Projected Second-Round Pick

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

March 2011: Defensive MVP at Senior Bowl

In March 2011, Von Miller was named the Defensive MVP at the 2011 Senior Bowl.

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.

July 28, 2011: Signed Rookie Contract with Broncos

On July 28, 2011, Von Miller signed his rookie contract with the Denver Broncos.

September 12, 2011: First Career Play and Forced Fumble

On September 12, 2011, in his first career play, Von Miller forced a fumble against the Oakland Raiders.

September 18, 2011: First Career Sack

On September 18, 2011, Von Miller recorded his first career sack against Andy Dalton of the Cincinnati Bengals.

2011: Drafted by Denver Broncos

In 2011, Von Miller was drafted by the Denver Broncos as the second overall pick in the NFL draft.

2011: Surpassed Hurries From Previous Season

Von Miller, by his second season in the NFL, had surpassed his hurries from the 2011 campaign.

December 26, 2012: Named Starting Outside Linebacker for Pro Bowl

On December 26, 2012, Von Miller was announced as the starting outside linebacker in the AFC division for the 2013 Pro Bowl.

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.

2012: Pro Bowl Selection and Defensive Rookie of the Year

In 2012, Von Miller was selected to the Pro Bowl and named AP Defensive Rookie of the Year.

July 2013: Reported Suspension for Policy Violation

In July 2013, it was reported that Von Miller had been suspended four games for violating league policy.

August 2013: Suspension Increased to Six Games

In August 2013, Von Miller's suspension was increased to six games after he lost his appeal.

October 20, 2013: Return from Suspension

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

December 22, 2013: ACL Injury

On December 22, 2013, Von Miller suffered an ACL injury, prematurely ending his season.

2013: Ranked 9th on NFL Top 100 Players

In 2013, Von Miller was ranked 9th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

2013: Named Pro Bowl Starter

On December 26, 2012, Von Miller was announced the starting outside linebacker in the AFC division for the 2013 Pro Bowl.

2014: Earned AFC Defensive Player of the Month

In 2014, Von Miller earned AFC Defensive Player of the Month for October.

2014: Ranked 76th on NFL Top 100 Players

Von Miller was ranked 76th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2014.

September 17, 2015: Third-Fastest to Reach 50 Career Sacks

On September 17, 2015, Von Miller became the third-fastest player in NFL history to reach 50 career sacks.

2015: Super Bowl MVP

At the conclusion of the 2015 NFL season, Von Miller was named Super Bowl MVP in Super Bowl 50.

2015: Ranked 33rd on NFL Top 100 Players

In 2015, Von Miller was ranked 33rd by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

March 1, 2016: Broncos Placed Franchise Tag on Miller

On March 1, 2016, the Broncos placed the exclusive franchise tag on Von Miller.

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.

2016: Earned AFC Defensive Player of the Month

In 2016, Von Miller earned AFC Defensive Player of the Month for September.

2016: Fourth Pro Bowl and Second First-Team All-Pro

In 2016, Von Miller was named to his fourth Pro Bowl, earned his second first-team All-Pro selection, and was ranked 15th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

December 19, 2017: Named to Sixth Pro Bowl

On December 19, 2017, Von Miller was named to his sixth Pro Bowl.

2017: Ranked Second on NFL Top 100 Players

In 2017, Von Miller was ranked second by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

2018: Reached 100 Career Sacks

During the 2018 season, Miller recorded his 100th career sack (including postseason sacks), becoming the fifth-fastest player in NFL history to do so.

2018: Three Sacks Against the Seahawks

During the Broncos' 2018 season opener against the Seahawks, Miller recorded three sacks and seven total tackles in the 27–24 victory.

2018: Ranked Ninth on NFL Top 100 Players

In 2018, Von Miller was ranked ninth by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

2019: Selected to Seventh Pro Bowl

Von Miller was selected to the 2019 Pro Bowl as a starting outside linebacker, which was his seventh career and fifth consecutive Pro Bowl.

September 8, 2020: Suffered Season-Ending Ankle Injury

On September 8, 2020, during practice, Von Miller suffered a dislocated peroneal tendon, which was a season-ending injury.

2020: Named to the 2020 Pro Bowl

Von Miller was selected to the 2020 Pro Bowl as a starting outside linebacker, marking his eighth career Pro Bowl.

March 2021: Broncos Exercise 2021 Year Option in Miller's Contract

In March 2021, the Broncos exercised the 2021 year option in Von Miller's contract, guaranteeing $7 million of his $17.5 million base salary.

October 21, 2021: Ankle Sprain Ends Miller's Time as a Bronco

On October 21, 2021, Von Miller sprained his ankle against the Cleveland Browns, which ended up being his final game with the Denver Broncos.

November 1, 2021: Von Miller Traded to Los Angeles Rams

On November 1, 2021, Von Miller was traded to the Los Angeles Rams for draft picks. At the time, he was the longest-tenured Bronco and expressed his love for Broncos Country.

2021: Traded to Los Angeles Rams and Super Bowl Win

In 2021, Von Miller was traded to the Los Angeles Rams and was a member of the team that won Super Bowl LVI.

January 30, 2022: Von Miller Wins on Celebrity Wheel of Fortune

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

March 16, 2022: Von Miller Signs with Buffalo Bills

On March 16, 2022, Von Miller signed a six-year, $120 million deal with the Buffalo Bills.

December 1, 2022: Von Miller Placed on Injured Reserve

On December 1, 2022, Von Miller was placed on injured reserve after exploratory surgery revealed a torn ACL, ending his season.

October 7, 2023: Von Miller Activated from Reserve/PUP List

On October 7, 2023, Von Miller was activated from the reserve/PUP list.

November 30, 2023: Von Miller Accused of Abuse

On November 30, 2023, Von Miller was accused of abusing his pregnant girlfriend, leading to a warrant for his arrest before he turned himself in and was released on bond.

November 30, 2023: Arrest Warrant Issued for Von Miller

On November 30, 2023, an arrest warrant was issued for Von Miller for allegedly assaulting a pregnant woman, his girlfriend, in Dallas, Texas. He turned himself in, posted bond, and was released.

2023: Most Career Sacks Among Active Players

As of 2023, Von Miller holds the most career sacks of any active player and the most career sacks in Broncos history.

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