Von Miller, linebacker, Denver Broncos
Even at just 28 years old, an argument can already be made for Miller’s Hall of Fame candidacy. He’s a five-time Pro Bowler, three-time All Pro and has already earned a Super Bowl MVP award. These are individual accolades that don’t point to his statistical prowess since the former Texas A&M standout was selected No. 2 overall back in 2011.
As a sophomore in 2012, Miller challenged for the single-season sack mark and ultimately racked up 18.5 sacks. After being suspended for violating the league’s substance abuse policy the following season, Miller would go on to record 14 sacks. Since then, he’s tallied a combined 24.5 sacks over the past two seasons. Talk about consistent elite-level pass-rushing production.
There will definitely be concerns over Miller’s previous bout with off-field issues. At this point, that seems like the only thing that will hold him back. With an average of over 12 sacks season, he’s already on pace to rank within the top-five in career sacks by the time he hangs up his cleats.
It’s also not a shock that Miller’s elite play has coincided with the Broncos’ defense putting up top-five rankings in each of the past four seasons. That’s the type of difference-maker you need to be in order to receive a bust in Canton.