TAMPA, FL - JANUARY 23: Los Angeles Rams Linebacker Von Miller (40) rushes the passer during the NFC Divisional game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on January 23, 2022 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.

Miller wants to 'figure it out' with Rams before exploring free agency

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Impending free-agent pass-rusher Von Miller says he'll give the Los Angeles Rams first dibs before turning his attention to other potential suitors.

"I want to figure it out with the Rams first and foremost because they've been real good to me," Miller told Josina Anderson of CBS Sports. "On the slim chance that can't happen, then I'll explore all my options."

Miller caused a stir this week after teasing a return to the Denver Broncos on social media.

The #Broncos traded Von Miller to the Rams for a 2nd and 3rd round pick. They knew he’ll be a free agent after the season and Miller said at the time that his heart will always be in Denver.

Well … Miller is now teasing a potential return in free agency. pic.twitter.com/j5CayOJ9SC
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) March 7, 2022

I kinda want that old thing back.. 5280
— Von Miller (@VonMiller) March 7, 2022

Miller, whom the Rams acquired in a midseason trade, helped guide L.A. to a Super Bowl championship. He recorded nine sacks, with four coming in the postseason, during his tenure.

The 32-year-old started 142 games with the Broncos after they drafted him second overall in 2011. Denver signaled its championship aspirations by reportedly acquiring Russell Wilson in a blockbuster trade Tuesday.