Von Miller's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Von Miller.

Von Miller is an American professional football linebacker renowned for his exceptional skills and accomplishments. He played college football at Texas A&M, achieving consensus All-American status and winning the Butkus Award. His outstanding performance led to him being drafted second overall by the Denver Broncos in the 2011 NFL Draft. Miller is known for his pass-rushing prowess and has established himself as a dominant force in the NFL.

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

2007: Freshman All-Big 12

In 2007, as a freshman defensive end for Texas A&M, Von Miller was named Freshman All-Big 12 by The Sporting News, recording 22 tackles, 2 sacks, and 4 tackles for loss.

2009: Breakout season as jack position

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

2010: Won the Butkus Award

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

December 26, 2012: Named starting outside linebacker in AFC for 2013 Pro Bowl

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

2012: Selected to Pro Bowl and named AP Defensive Rookie of the Year

In 2012, Von Miller was selected to the Pro Bowl and was named AP Defensive Rookie of the Year after recording 11.5 sacks.

2013: Ranked 9th by fellow players

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

2013: Starting outside linebacker in AFC for 2013 Pro Bowl

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

2014: Returned after ACL injury

In 2014, Von Miller returned for his fourth season with the Broncos after recovering from an ACL injury and earned a Pro Bowl nomination.

2014: Ranked 76th by fellow players

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

September 17, 2015: Reached 50 career sacks

On September 17, 2015, Von Miller became the third-fastest player in NFL history to reach 50 career sacks in 58 games.

2015: Ranked 33rd by fellow players

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

2016: Named to fourth Pro Bowl

In 2016, Von Miller was named to his fourth Pro Bowl and earned his second first-team All-Pro honor.

2016: Finished regular season with 13+1⁄2 sacks

Von Miller finished the 2016 regular season with 13+1⁄2 sacks and 24 quarterback hits. Also, Von Miller earned AFC Defensive Player of the Week for week 2 and AFC Defensive Player of the Month for September.

December 19, 2017: Named to sixth Pro Bowl

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

2017: Ranked second by fellow players

In 2017, Von Miller was ranked second by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players, being the highest ranked defensive player.

2018: Recorded 100th career sack

During the 2018 season, Von Miller recorded his 100th career sack, becoming the fifth-fastest player in NFL history to reach the milestone.

2018: Ranked ninth by fellow players

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

2019: Selected to seventh Pro Bowl

In 2019, Von Miller was selected to the Pro Bowl as a starting outside linebacker, his seventh career Pro Bowl. He was ranked 10th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2019.

2020: Pro Bowl Selection and NFL Top 100 Ranking

In 2020, Von Miller was selected to the Pro Bowl as a starting outside linebacker, marking his eighth career and sixth consecutive Pro Bowl appearance. He was also ranked 26th on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2020 and named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame All-Decade Team for the 2010s.

2021: Rams Debut and Season Performance

In 2021, Von Miller played for the Los Angeles Rams, recording 50 tackles, 9+1⁄2 sacks, one pass defended, and one forced fumble in 15 games. He also recorded two sacks in Super Bowl LVI against the Cincinnati Bengals, contributing to the Rams' 23–20 victory.