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Rams And All-Pro Pass Rusher Von Miller In "Deep Talks" Of Extension
The Rams are entering final talks with pass rusher Von Miller on a new multi-year deal
COLE THOMPSON33 MINUTES AGO
The Los Angeles Rams are entering "deep talks" for a long-term extension with pass rusher Von Miller, according to NFL Network. A deal has not been finalized, but Miller is now expected to return for the 2022 season.
Acquired by the Denver Broncos at the NFL trade deadline, Miller became the missing piece of Sean McVay's roster to get back to Super Bowl contention. Although better known for his ability to disrupt the quarterback, Miller thrived against the run during the regular season, recording 12 tackles for loss and five sacks in eight games.
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Feb 13, 2022; Inglewood, CA, USA; Los Angeles Rams linebacker Von Miller (40) celebrates after sacking Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) during Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 13, 2022; Inglewood, CA, USA; Los Angeles Rams linebacker Von Miller (40) celebrates after sacking Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) during Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Miller, 32, played a vital role in the Rams' 23-20 Super Bowl LVI victory over the Cincinnati Bengals last month. His two sacks were the most by a Rams' defender against quarterback Joe Burrow, and both occurred on third down, leading to a punt by Cincinnati.
Rams general manager Les Snead made it a point of interest to make Miller a priority signing this offseason. The Dallas Cowboys were viewed to be a contender in adding the soon-to-be 33-year-old to their defensive front following the departure of defensive end Randy Gregory to the Broncos.
Miller, a Dallas native, also was expected to be courted by Denver, but talks stalled following the signing of Gregory. Prior to the start of free agency, Miller said he wanted to "figure it out" with L.A. before testing the opening the open market.
