Broncos star linebacker Von Miller tests positive for COVID-19
Denver Broncos star linebacker Von Miller has tested positive for the COVID-19 coronavirus.
Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network first reported the news, which he said came from Miller’s agent, Joby Branion.
“The Broncos star is at home resting and in good spirits,” Rapoport tweeted Thursday. “He plans to speak publicly tomorrow.”
Miller, 31, is the second active NFL player to test positive for COVID-19. Rams center Brian Allen is the other, and that was first reported Wednesday night by Fox Sports’ Jay Glazer. New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton had also previously tested positive for the virus.
“After experiencing flu-like symptoms, Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller has tested positive for COVID-19,” the Broncos said in a statement. “Von has elected to share his diagnosis publicly to emphasize that anyone can be afflicted with coronavirus.
“Von is doing well and recovering at home in self-isolation. He remains under the care of team doctors, who are following all coronavirus treatment procedures to ensure a safe environment for Von and our community.”
At this point, Miller is arguably the best-known sports star in the United States to be diagnosed with the coronavirus. He is an eight-time Pro Bowler who was the MVP of Denver’s Super Bowl 50-championship team.
In nine seasons, Miller has 106 career sacks and he recently was named to the NFL’s All-Decade team for the 2010s. In 18 career games against the Chiefs, Miller has 13 sacks.
Troy Renck, a sports anchor for Denver 7, tweeted: “Always concerned and praying for anyone who has contracted coronavirus. With Broncos’ Von Miller, he has battled asthma and allergies since he was a kid. This is something to consider as he navigates this illness. Praying for him to recovery quickly.”
The Broncos said Miller is the first member of the organization known to have tested positive for COVID-19.
This story was originally published April 16, 2020 at 5:27 PM.
