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has evolved into one of the best cornerbacks in the game, Richard Sherman (selected in the 5th round of the 2011 draft with the 154th overall pick).

VON MILLER’S CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Miller, for his time in the NFL through 2017, has accomplished these career highlights: • Named to the NFL All-Rookie team (2011) • Named AP NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (2011) • Named Super Bowl MVP (Super Bowl 50) • Named to NFL Pro Bowl five times (2011, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016) • Finished in the top ten for the season in sacks five times (2011, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016) MILLER’S GREATEST CAREERMOMENTS It can be difficult to fully appreciate how great Miller is not only at the linebacker position, but as a defender. His presence on the field changes how plays are run and the type of blocking needed by the offensive line to protect a quarterback or help a running play be successful. Miller’s accomplishments are on the level of some of the greatest in the game. An article posted on NFL.com by columnist Adam Shein on June 9, 2017, listed Miller as the second-best defensive player in the NFL, behind defensive end Khalil Mack (Oakland Raiders), and ahead of linebacker Luke Kuechly of the Carolina Panthers at number three (a three-time Butkus award winner, twice in the NFL and once in college), and defensive end J.J. Watt (Houston Texans), who was ranked as the sixth-best defender in the NFL.

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