Von Miller Reveals When Cowboys First Reached Out Over Out-Of-The-Blue Free Agency Move

Dallas Cowboys bolster their defense with Von Miller, a Texas native who has expressed a strong connection to the team. The veteran linebacker, who ranks among the league's top pass rushers, is entering the 2026 season on a one-year deal with Dallas. Von Miller Reveals Cowboys' Interest Developed Over Months Miller first caught wind of Dallas’ interest roughly a week before training camp, despite having discussed the possibility earlier in the offseason.

He stated on the Nightcap podcast, “They’re the first team to contact me like a week before training camp. There had been some talks about the Cowboys throughout the whole offseason.” A Return to Texas: A Homecoming for Von Miller Miller, a native of Texas, views this opportunity as a dream come true. His parents and children reside in the state, and he has had a lifelong connection to the Dallas Cowboys.

“I always had a little blue on my heart since I was a little boy, and always paid attention to the Dallas Cowboys,” Miller shared. Childhood Football Memories Strengthening the Decision The former Commanders linebacker recalled his earliest football memory, which involved his father celebrating a Cowboys touchdown. He said, “My earliest memory of playing football included the Dallas Cowboys.

I heard my daddy screaming in the back, and I ran back there to see what was going on. And he was screaming because the Dallas Cowboys had scored a touchdown.” This memory highlights Miller’s deep-rooted connection to the team. Miller’s Unique Role on the Team Miller enters his tenure with Dallas with the goal of being “the best teammate in the history of the National Football League.”

He remains confident in his ability to produce pass rush yards and believes he can still achieve 8-10 sacks this season. The Cowboys will rely on Miller’s experience and leadership as they work towards Super Bowl glory.