I’m also thankful for the way my teammates and our fans have supported me. “I’m excited for the future and ready to get back to work” (see full story).
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Von Miller’s most recent tweet says it all: The Super Bowl MVP and star linebacker is a Denver Bronco for life.
Miller’s guaranteed money is eclipsed by only that of Indianapolis quarterback Andrew Luck, who will receive $US75 million ($A98 million) in guarantees in his $US140 million ($A183 million) contract extension. Amerson originally signed a four-year, $3.85 million deal coming out of North Carolina State. The final two years, at a total haul of $36 million, aren’t guaranteed; whether Miller makes that money will depend on his health, his effective, the market for pass rushes, and Denver’s options at the position.
Despite speculation over a rift between Von Miller and John Elway, a fellow Super Bowl MVP, it would appear all is well in Dove Valley once again.
After seeing defensive contemporaries such as Vernon pocket mega-money deals, Miller, who is one of the NFL’s premier players – was entitled to feel that he deserved more. The two sides had until 4 p.m. E.T. Friday to come to an agreement before the tag would’ve kicked in, and we all would’ve found out if Miller was bluffing or not.
WASHINGTON – Kirk Cousins will play next season on the franchise tag after the quarterback and Washington Redskins were unable to agree on a long-term contract. Miller was yet to comment on the offer.
The contract not only is great for Miller and his agent, Joby Branion, but also for a sizable group of defensive players due new deals in coming years. He has the second-highest guaranteed value in the league, behind Luck.
Miller’s guarantee shatters what the Broncos gave wide receiver Demaryius Thomas previous year, 43.5 million guaranteed. Cousins will earn $19.95 million next season. Vernon signed a five-year, $85 million deal with $52.5 million guaranteed.
Despite Miller’s saying he expected negotiations to be “peaceful” and that he “trusted” Elway things had gotten emotional in recent weeks.
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Following a 2013 campaign in which he ended the season on injured reserve, Miller rebounded with consecutive All-Pro selections the last two years (2nd team – 2014; 1st team – 2015).
