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Two-Time Super Bowl Winner Predicted to Sign With Raiders

Originally posted on Gridiron Heroics
By Angelo Guinhawa | Last updated Feb 17, 2026 9:08 AM ET

Von Miller remains one of the most intriguing names on the 2026 free-agent market and projections are linking the two-time Super Bowl champion to the Las Vegas Raiders. After a long and decorated career that has included consistently disruptive play, Miller’s next destination could be a defining moment for both his legacy and a defense looking to add proven talent.

Miller has been among the top defensive players available this offseason, and teams in need of veteran pass-rush production have been evaluating his fit alongside younger roster pieces. His ability to win one-on-one matchups and influence games on third down has kept him in demand well beyond the point most edge rushers begin to see steep decline. A move to Las Vegas would pair him with an up-and-coming group of defenders seeking postseason relevance.

Jul 23, 2025; Ashburn, VA, USA; Washington Commanders linebacker Von Miller (24) on day one of training camp at OrthoVirginia Training Center at Commanders Park. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

The Raiders have been connected to numerous veterans this offseason as they chase improvements across their roster, especially on defense. Adding a future Hall of Famer like Miller would instantly lift expectations and provide a road-tested playmaker capable of mentoring emerging pass rushers. Las Vegas hasn’t shied away from bold offseason gambles in the past, and Miller’s personality and experience align with a team that wants to build competitive depth quickly.

While age and recent injuries factor into how teams evaluate him, Miller’s track record of production in big moments remains a key selling point. Opposing offensive lines respect his quickness off the snap and range in pursuit, traits that make him a consistent threat in obvious passing situations. If the Raiders secure his signature, it would signal a commitment to upgrading their defensive front in a bid to contend immediately.

Two-Time Super Bowl Winner Von Miller Projected to Sign With Las Vegas Raiders

Sep 7, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders linebacker Von Miller (24) walks off the field after the game against the New York Giants at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Miller is predicted to land in Las Vegas for next season. This is detailed more in an analysis by Greg Auman for Fox Sports.

Miller, 36, managed to lead Washington with nine sacks in 2025 while playing rotational snaps on an affordable $6 million deal. Can he do it again for Year 16? Of course, he can. He’s the NFL’s active career sack leader with 138.5, a lock for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and he’s playing for a fraction of what he cost a few years ago. He played in his heyday for Gary Kubiak in Denver, so could he finish his career with Klint in Las Vegas?

Prediction: Signs with Raiders

Miller’s free-agency decision is one of the most watched moves of the early 2026 period, with contenders and rebuilding clubs alike tracking his market. Whether he lands in Las Vegas or elsewhere, his presence on the open market underscores how impactful veteran defenders can still be in shaping roster outcomes.

His next contract will define the final chapter of a remarkable career and could reshape the Raiders’ defensive identity. Teams willing to invest in his experience are shaping up to be major players in the early stages of free-agency.

This article first appeared on Gridiron Heroics and was syndicated with permission.

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