Though Tim Tebow soaked up the spotlight during the Denver Broncos' magical and unprecedented 2011 campaign, rookie sensation Von Miller's efforts did not go unnoticed, and the linebacker took home Defensive Rookie of the Year honors.
Miller's stiffest competition was Aldon Smith, who racked up 14 sacks on the season. It was Miller's ability to be a more complete linebacker that presumably gave him the edge.
He had 11.5 sacks, forced two fumbles and had 64 tackles on the season, compared to Smith's 37.
His presence as a true three-down linebacker during his rookie season makes him more than deserving of the award.
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Miller's stiffest competition was Aldon Smith, who racked up 14 sacks on the season. It was Miller's ability to be a more complete linebacker that presumably gave him the edge.
He had 11.5 sacks, forced two fumbles and had 64 tackles on the season, compared to Smith's 37.
His presence as a true three-down linebacker during his rookie season makes him more than deserving of the award.
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