Von Miller signs with Cowboys to boost defense
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- Von Miller agreed to a one-year contract with the Dallas Cowboys, marking a homecoming for the DeSoto native and former Texas A&M player
- Dallas Cowboys added Miller to a young edge rusher group, pairing him with Rashan Gary and 2025 draft picks as part of a defensive rebuild after trading Micah Parsons
- Von Miller posted nine sacks in 17 games last season with the Washington Commanders, though he was less effective under heavy usage due to teammate injuries
- Jerry Jones made the move to sign Miller, signaling commitment to fixing a defense that ranked 31st or worse in scoring defense in each of the past two seasons
- Rashan Gary and second-year player Donovan Ezeiruaku are expected to start, allowing Miller to play a rotational role on roughly 40% to 50% of defensive snaps
- Von Miller brings mentorship value to a linebacker corps featuring three young draft picks, including first-round selection Malachi Lawrence
Why it matters: The Cowboys’ defense allowed the most points per game in the NFL last year. Adding Miller doesn’t erase that deficit, but his presence in a realistic, limited role—paired with youth and depth—could lift the unit from the league’s bottom tier. That shift alone may be enough to return Dallas to playoff contention behind a strong offense.
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