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Von Miller begins practice with Cowboys on ramp-up plan

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 6:15 PM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Von Miller begins practice with Cowboys on ramp-up plan

Summary

Von Miller officially joined the Dallas Cowboys and began his first day of practice, working off to the side. He is following a ramp-up plan before engaging fully, which is expected to happen next week when the team is back home. The Cowboys signed Miller to a one-year contract worth $5.5 million, potentially rising to $7.5 million through performance incentives tied to his sack totals and a playoff appearance. Miller, a Super Bowl champion and noted pass rusher, aims to enhance the Cowboys' defensive capabilities this season. He enters the year with 138.5 career sacks, tied for ninth all-time in the NFL.

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Status Watch

•Miller starts practice with Cowboys on Aug. 20, 2026.
•Ramp-up plan in place before full participation next week.
•Contract worth $5.5 million, potentially $7.5 million with incentives.
•Miller has 138.5 career sacks, ninth all-time in the NFL.
•Cowboys defensive coordinator praises Miller's professionalism.

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6:15 PMYahoo Sports — When will Von Miller make his full Cowboys practice debut? Latest timeline revealed

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Von Miller has officially joined the Cowboys. Here's the latest on his first practice, incentive-filled contract, and expected return to full action.
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