Grading the signing: Dallas Cowboys are getting Von Miller ahead of 2026 season, but does he still have it?
The Dallas Cowboys are expected to sign Von Miller ahead of the 2026 NFL regular season. He’s announced the move on social media. But what to expect from him at 37 years old?
Well, well, well. The Dallas Cowboys have agreed to terms with edge rusher Von Miller ahead of the 2026 regular season, they announced Sunday night. And I don’t think anyone is surprised.
On the one hand, the Cowboys consistently teased a defensive addition since training camp begun in late July. On the other, Miller has dropped multiple breadcrumbs over the last few weeks indicating his interest in playing for his hometown team. Miller is from DeSoto, Texas.
But now the question is, what can Cowboys fans expect from the future Hall of Famer at 37 years old?
What the Cowboys are getting in Von Miller
Listen, Miller is not the same player that earned All-Pro honors seven times. Since 2019, Miller has no double-digit sack seasons and he’s been to the Pro Bowl once in that span. Heck, he has three starts in the last three years.
But you know what? He had nine sacks for the Commanders last year. And that was with a mere 37% snap count. In other words, he can still rush the passer. And for the Cowboys, that should be good enough.
Think about it, serious questions exist about the Cowboys’ ability to generate consistent pressure. They have question marks around all of their projected edge rushers. Rashan Gary had an inconsistent 2025 season in which he recorded 7.5 sacks. Donovan Ezeiruaku is supposed to take a leap in his second year in the league, but there’s no way to know he’ll take it until the games start.
And first-round rookie Malachi Lawrence is a promising player, but one that needs time. The Cowboys know this. It’s a smart move from their part.
In Miller, they get a veteran presence they can rely on to make an impact. He won’t be a game wrecker but he’ll be reliable. Keep in mind, Miller is the NFL sack leader among active players.
Grading the signing
Though the deal is yet to be finalized and we’ll learn more about the finances soon, I’ll save you the suspense: Miller won’t cost a whole lot. He will likely land in the $5-6 million range with some incentives on top. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, it’s a one year deal.
For that money, a high-floor pass rusher who can be a valuable rotational piece… it’s a good move. Albeit not a game-changing one.
And bonus points for this: if the Cowboys want to make an even bigger move down the road, this certainly won’t keep them from doing so.
GRADE: B+
