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Von Miller: No chance I play in 2016 under franchise tag

Von Miller said he will not play in 2016 if he remains under the franchise tag.
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Denver Broncos defensive end Von Miller said he will not play in 2016 if he remains under the franchise tag.

Miller made the comments in a post on his Instagram.

The Broncos tagged Miller in March. If Miller does not sign another contract, he will be owed $14.129 million this season.

However, the Super Bowl 50 MVP has been looking for a long-term deal this off-season. The Broncos reportedly offered Miller a deal with $39.8 million guaranteed over the its two years, but Miller wants more guaranteed cash in the contract.

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A former No. 2 overall pick, Miller recorded 11 sacks and four forced fumbles last season. Miller was a destructive force in the Broncos’ Super Bowl win, picking up 2 1/2 sacks and two forced fumbles.