The Washington Commanders sign legendary pass rusher Von Miller in July 2025, bolstering their defense for a Super Bowl run. See how the future Hall of Famer fits.
StatPro NFL Beat Reporter
Just when you thought the Commanders' offseason couldn't get any more aggressive, Adam Peters dropped another bombshell. Washington has officially signed legendary edge rusher Von Miller to a one-year deal, adding the NFL's active sacks leader to a team already knocking on the Super Bowl's door. The two-time champion confirmed the news himself on social media with a simple, electrifying message to his new city: 'DC... What’s good?'
'DC... What’s good?' - Von Miller on social media, announcing his signing with the Commanders.
Make no mistake, this is a championship move. At 36, Von Miller isn't just a veteran presence; he's a proven disruptor who instantly elevates the entire defense. Bringing 129.5 career sacks (16th all-time) and a Super Bowl 50 MVP trophy to the locker room, Miller addresses the one glaring hole on an otherwise stacked roster. After a 12-win season and an NFC Championship Game appearance, the pass rush needed one more piece, and Peters went out and got a legend. This signing isn't happening in a vacuum. It's the exclamation point on an offseason that has already seen the Commanders acquire offensive weapons like Deebo Samuel and fortify the line with Laremy Tunsil. While Miller is in the twilight of his career, he's still effective, logging 6 sacks last season in Buffalo. Now, he joins a fearsome defensive front with a singular goal: hoisting the Lombardi Trophy.
While the excitement swirls around the team's future, the organization also took a step to formally close a chapter on its past. The Commanders announced they have reached a confidential settlement with the four fans who were injured during the infamous railing collapse at FedExField back in 2022. The incident, which occurred as fans greeted Philadelphia Eagles players after a game, was an ugly reminder of the previous era. By resolving this lawsuit, the new ownership and management continue to clean house, allowing the focus to remain where it should be: on the field and the promising season ahead. It’s another move that signals a departure from past distractions and a commitment to building a first-class organization from top to bottom.
With Von Miller in the fold and past issues being put to rest, the message from the front office is deafening: it's Super Bowl or bust. The pressure is on, but so is the excitement. As players report for training camp, all eyes will be on how these high-profile pieces come together. The road to the Super Bowl is never easy, but with moves like this, the Commanders have just paved it with a little more gold.
