Von Miller would like to stay with the Rams, but he still intends to explore his options in free agency, according to NFL.com’s Mike Garafolo (Twitter link). So, while the Rams may explore early extensions with other stars, Miller will see what else is out there.
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Miller is in the final year of the six-year, $114MM deal he signed with the Broncos back in 2016. Between that and his rookie pact, the veteran edge rusher has never explored the open market. This time, he intends to take full advantage. According to Garafolo, Miller believes that he has multiple years of quality football to offer teams as he looks ahead to his 33rd birthday on March 26.
The Rams would surely like to keep Miller, though their cap situation will be tough to navigate. As it stands, they’re projected to be $14MM+ over the cap for 2022. That’s without counting the expiring contracts of Miller or Odell Beckham Jr. . Meanwhile, they also plan to chat with Matthew Stafford about an extension that would take him beyond 2022, as noted by the NFL Network trio of Garafolo, Ian Rapoport, and Tom Pelissero. Of course, that doesn’t mean that Miller will be leaving Los Angeles, and he’s already gone on record to say that he’d like to stay with the NFC champs.
Between his seven regular season games with the Broncos and eight Rams contests, Miller tallied 9.5 sacks, one forced fumble, and 50 total stops in 2021. His presence has been felt in the playoffs too, with 12 tackles, one forced (and recovered) fumble, and a dozen tackles. Now, he’ll try to add to those totals in the Super Bowl.
Meanwhile, OBJ has indicated that he’d be willing to take a hometown discount from the Rams, rather than chasing the biggest payday possible.
Makes sense….at 32-33 you got one last chance to get a big payday. Get your ring and go get paid.
Curious, can midseason acquisitions be given a franchise tag?
Overpay this guy at your own risk.
Why not! Hes not a 3 down player anymore but can bolster a defensive pass rush just as he did in LA. So sign with yet another team to add more jewelry!