Future Hall of Fame edge rusher Von Miller revealed this week that his free-agency finalists last offseason included the Seattle Seahawks and the Ravens before he signed a one-year deal with Washington. He also said he’d make the same choice “10 times out of 10,” while delivering a now-viral “Hot Pockets & Netflix” analogy about his current mood, according to Pro Football Talk.
Seattle Was on Von Miller’s Short List — & the Fit Still Makes Sense
GettyVon Miller recently revealed he nearly chose to sign with the Seattle Seahawks this past offseason. Instead, he’s stuck on a middling Washington Commanders team.
On his podcast, Miller said the Seahawks and Ravens were in the mix before he chose the Commanders. Even as he insisted he doesn’t regret it, he painted a picture of greener grass elsewhere, likening his current situation to passing on a date who then becomes a star while he’s “eating Hot Pockets” and watching Netflix. For Seattle, the takeaway is simple: they were close once – and there’s football logic behind revisiting the idea if a second chance arises.
Seattle’s defense under Mike Macdonald has emphasized waves of rushers and game-plan versatility. Through midseason, the Seahawks have compiled 27 team sacks, a healthy clip that reflects Macdonald’s pressure blueprint but still leaves room for another closing piece for the stretch run.
Miller, 36, signed a one-year, $6.1 million deal with up to $10.5 million available via incentives in Washington, per contract databases and prior reporting. That structure – short term, incentive-heavy – is precisely the kind of add Seattle has used in recent years for veteran specialists.
For his 14-year career, Miller has appeared in 195 games and recorded 592 total tackles, 173 for a loss anda 110.5 sacks (he’s just 14 off cracking the Top 20 all-time).
Could the Seahawks Get a Second Shot?
Washington didn’t move Miller at the trade deadline. If they sour on the fit, the release path runs through waivers, as ProFootballTalk noted while recapping Miller’s comments. That matters for Seattle because a contending record typically means lower waiver priority – another team could claim him first. Still, if he clears, Seattle would be free to negotiate a playoff-minded deal tailored to snap counts and incentives.
Where are the Seahawks right now? They’ve been winning behind Macdonald’s defense and efficient offense. Seattle is 6-2 heading into Week 10, positioning them as an NFC West contender. That makes a veteran closer more attractive, not less – particularly for December and (Seattle hopes) January packages.
Why Seattle?
Scheme fit: Macdonald’s simulated-pressure world prizes savvy and rush-plan nuance—Miller’s wheelhouse even if he’s no longer a 60-snap star.
Defined role: Third-and-long, two-minute, and red-zone edge snaps are carve-outs where a rotational Miller can still swing wins.
Club control: A post-waiver addition would likely be team-friendly and incentive driven, aligning with Seattle’s cap habits.
What could derail it?
Waiver math: Any pass-rush-needy team above Seattle in priority could claim him first.
Availability & health: At his age, usage has to be managed.
Internal momentum: If Seattle’s current rush stays hot, the front office may prefer continuity.
The Bigger Picture for Seattle
Miller’s “finalists” admission underscores that Seattle remains an appealing spot for veteran pass rushers – a credit to Macdonald’s system and the team’s standing in the NFC. If Washington ultimately parts ways, the Seahawks should at least kick the tires. Low-risk, role-specific veteran adds are a hallmark of contenders, and Miller’s late-game toolbox hasn’t gone out of style.
Bottom line: Seattle already had Miller listening once. If the waiver wire cooperates and the price is right, the Seahawks make as much sense as any team to turn his Hot Pockets metaphor into a January entrée.
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