The Denver Broncos’ season hasn’t started and the team could have suffered a huge loss.
It is reported star linebacker Von Miller suffered an ankle injury at practice Tuesday, per NFL Network. The fear is the multi-time Pro Bowler could be done for the season. He is having an MRI and that will explain how severe the injury is.
The injury happened near the end of practice. Denver opens its season Monday night, playing host to the Tennessee Titans.
Because of poor weather conditions, the Broncos practiced inside for the first time since they opened training camp.
Two major precincts are reporting.
The potentially season-ending ankle injury for #Broncos pass-rusher Von Miller is a serious one. He’s undergoing an MRI and more will be known tomorrow. But based on the initial read, it’s not good. https://t.co/PxQjIcMTY9
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 8, 2020
The leg injury that NFL Network said Von Miller suffered is an ankle injury, per source. There’s fear that it’s season ending, per sources. Miller was hurt near the end of practice, what one person called “a freak” injury. Team still evaluating MRI now.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 8, 2020
Miller was the second overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft. He has 106 career sacks. He saw a streak of five straight double-digit QB drop seasons end last year when he had eight in 15 games. He was MVP of Super Bowl 50 and is an eight-time Pro Bowler.
Miller ranks first in total pressures generated (640) since entering the NFL in 2011, reports Pro Football Focus.
Per source, Von Miller suffered a lower leg injury in ankle area on one of last play's of practice today. He had MRI, going to consult with Dr. Robert Anderson in Green Bay. Surgery expected. Doesn't look good. #9sports
— Mike Klis (@MikeKlis) September 8, 2020