Von Miller has Broncos fans buzzing with his recent comments about a potential return to Denver. Yet, when the Las Vegas Raiders were mentioned as a possible destination, he didn't completely shut the door. Miller, who leads all active players with 138.5 career sacks over 15 NFL seasons, still has some decisions to make as he approaches free agency.
Last season, Miller proved he's still got it, racking up 9.0 sacks with the Washington Commanders on a one-year, $6 million contract. As he prepares to become an unrestricted free agent in March, he's sharing his thoughts openly on his podcast, "Free Range with Von Miller."
"It sounds great," Miller said. "I'm still with the Washington Commanders. But if I'm going to the AFC West, it has to be the Denver Broncos."
Miller's connection to Denver runs deep, and he knows playing against them twice a year with a rival like the Raiders could impact his legacy with Broncos fans. However, the Raiders' angle was brought up by Fox Sports NFL reporter Greg Auman, who noted Miller's previous success under Klint Kubiak's father, Gary, in Denver.
While the idea of teaming up with Maxx Crosby in Las Vegas is intriguing, Miller sees it more as a hypothetical scenario. He mentioned that their off-field relationship could elevate the Raiders' defense, but he remains focused on his legacy.
Denver's own Nik Bonitto recently expressed his desire for Miller to return and retire as a Bronco on the "Closed on Sundays" podcast. Meanwhile, Washington is still in the mix, and Miller acknowledges their role in his current situation.
Three teams are in the conversation, but Miller's preference is clear. He's not hiding his affection for Denver, leaving fans eagerly awaiting his next move.