The Washington Commanders shocked the NFL world by not only making the playoffs last season, but making it all the way to the NFC Championship Game. Jayden Daniels established himself as one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL as a rookie, and made it clear that the time for the franchise to win is now. Given that, the Commanders have made some big moves this offseason, primarily on the defensive side of the ball. The Von Miller signing, first reported by Miller himself on Instagram, is the latest addition made by the Commanders.
Von Miller’s IG post: pic.twitter.com/HTdKbVcaqi
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) July 17, 2025
The terms of the deal are not yet known as of this writing beyond Miller signing a one-year deal, but the team certainly is, given the jersey he's wearing. Miller has already won Super Bowls with the Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Rams, and he's gotten pretty close with the Buffalo Bills. Now, he hopes to win another ring in Washington.
It will be a one-year deal between Von Miller and the Washington Commanders, but the two sides still are “finalizing terms”, per a source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) July 17, 2025
Commanders continue Super Bowl push, sign Von Miller
The Commanders have made several additions to their defensive line in free agency, including Dietrich Wise, Javon Kinlaw and Jacob Martin. Miller is now the latest to join that group, and he hopes to make a big impact on a Super Bowl contender.
Miller might not be the superstar he once was, but he was extremely productive for the Bills last season. He recorded six sacks, seven tackles for loss, and eight QB hits in 13 games for Buffalo during the regular season, and his 82.4 PFF grade ranked 15th among all linebackers. While he didn't record a sack in the playoffs, his postseason resume, which includes a Super Bowl MVP award, speaks for itself.
Miller should make a tremendous impact on a Commanders defensive line that desperately needs it, but his signing sends a massive message to all NFC competition. Miller could've signed with several teams, but the 36-year-old chose Washington. That says something.
Sure, playing time was likely a factor, as the Commanders could use help on their defensive line, but Miller, a 36-year-old in the waning years of his career, wouldn't sign with the Commanders if he didn't think he had a great opportunity to win. He strongly believes that the Commanders can make noise in the NFC, a conference that includes powerhouse teams like the Philadelphia Eagles and Detroit Lions.
The player should make an impact, but the message this move sends speaks even louder. The Commanders are for real, and should be in the thick of Super Bowl contention in 2025.