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The National
6 hours ago
- Sport
- The National
Motherwell boss denies Lennon Miller transfer rumour
The Fir Park midfielder is a man in demand this summer with a host of top clubs circling and his club resigned to losing him, but holding out for a record-breaking fee. The 18-year-old is believed to prefer a move abroad despite interest from Celtic, Rangers and in England. There had been a suggestion he was out in Italy for discussions with a club out there. However, Askou insists that is not the case and Miller remains with his squad even though he has not featured in any Premier Sports Cup matches. Read more: He said: "There's nothing new on Lennon. He wasn't able to be here tonight but we will hopefully see him tomorrow. "There are a lot of rumours about Lennon Miller, and I've heard a lot of funny stories and rumours, but the thing is he's still a Motherwell player and we're very happy to have him here. "When there's something concrete to comment on, we will.
The Herald Scotland
7 hours ago
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Motherwell boss denies Lennon Miller transfer rumour
The 18-year-old is believed to prefer a move abroad despite interest from Celtic, Rangers and in England. There had been a suggestion he was out in Italy for discussions with a club out there. However, Askou insists that is not the case and Miller remains with his squad even though he has not featured in any Premier Sports Cup matches. Read more: He said: "There's nothing new on Lennon. He wasn't able to be here tonight but we will hopefully see him tomorrow. "There are a lot of rumours about Lennon Miller, and I've heard a lot of funny stories and rumours, but the thing is he's still a Motherwell player and we're very happy to have him here. "When there's something concrete to comment on, we will.
USA Today
19 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Von Miller's new jersey number recognizes ex-Broncos teammate
Von Miller's not done yet. Now 36 years old, the veteran pass rusher will play a 15th season in the NFL this fall after agreeing to a one-year deal with the Washington Commanders last week. As he hinted in his signing announcement on social media last week, the veteran edge defender has picked a perfect jersey number with his new club: No. 24. Miller previously wore No. 58 with the Denver Broncos and No. 40 (his college number) with the Los Angeles Rams and Buffalo Bills. Neither of those numbers were available with the Commanders, so he explained to The Washington Post's Nicki Jhabvala that he chose the number of one of his former teammates. "[I] respect Champ Bailey a lot," Miller told Jhabvala, via Commanders Wire. "Played with Champ Bailey for three years, one of my big brothers, and he played here and he wore 24. So it was kind of like it spoke to me in so many different ways, so I decided to go with 24." Miller and Bailey were teammates in Denver from 2011-2013. Bailey, who is now in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, started his career in Washington, and he kept No. 24 when he was traded to the Broncos in 2004. Miller (6-3, 250 pounds) started his career in Denver and set a franchise record with 110.5 sacks in 142 games. He was a star of the team's famous "No Fly Zone" defense from the 2015 season, taking home Super Bowl MVP honors after the team defeated the Carolina Panthers 24-10 in Super Bowl 50. Six years after that Super Bowl win, Miller was traded to the Rams, and he won a second ring after defeating the Cincinnati Bengals 23-20 in Super Bowl LVI. Miller now holds a record with 4.5 sacks in Super Bowls (2.5 with Denver and 2.0 with L.A.). Miller has 129.5 regular season sacks in his career, plus 10.5 sacks in the playoffs (140 total). He ranks 16th on the NFL's all-time sack list, eight sacks away from the top ten. After recording six sacks in 13 games with the Bills last fall, Miller will now get an opportunity to continue climbing the all-time list with the Commanders. Social: Follow Broncos Wire on Facebook and Twitter/X! Did you know: These 25 celebrities are Broncos fans.
ITV News
a day ago
- ITV News
Men jailed after head-on 90mph crash with unmarked police car in Liverpool
A group of robbers totalled a stolen Jaguar after driving head-on into an unmarked police car at 90mph as they tried to evade other patrols. Norman O'Connor, Colin Miller, and a 14-year-old boy who cannot be named, made off at speed in the Jaguar convertible after raiding its elderly owner's home, threatening him with a hammer. Minutes later, as it was being pursued by marked police patrols, the group ploughed the car, head-on, into an unmarked police car on patrol on Heyworth Street in Everton. The vehicle, driven by O'Connor, 37, was said to have been travelling at up to 90mph prior to the crash. O'Connor, of Anfield, Liverpool, fled the car before being detained nearby on the pavement, while the teenager was discovered with an injury to his leg in the front passenger seat. Miller, 54, of Sefton Park, Liverpool, was "propelled from the back seat" into the centre console. Liverpool Crown Court heard the pensioner was watching television alone at his home in Anfield at around 10.15pm on 20 December 2024 when he "heard a loud bang" as his window was smashed. The three defendants then proceeded to enter through the broken window, with one of the men brandishing a hammer towards the pensioner while demanding money. Helen Chenery, prosecuting, told the court the pensioner ultimately handed over £240 from his pocket as a result of the threats, while another of the offenders took the keys to his £25,000 Jaguar car from his briefcase. All three then climbed back out of the home via the broken window and sped away inside the vehicle. In a statement read to the court on his behalf, the victim said: "Prior to the incident, I was an independent 76-year-old man who lived on his own. My home is meant to be a safe space. "I knew, because of my age, that I was unable to fight. These males entered my home, where I'm meant to feel safe, and made me feel vulnerable and scared. "I have worked hard all my life. This has affected my family greatly, to the point where they want me to relocate to Southampton to ensure that I'm safe and that nothing like this will happen again. "I have a large classic toy car collection. A lot of these were bought as presents by my wife, who passed away a few years ago. "A lot of these were damaged by the offenders breaking in through the window. This has caused a lot of heartache for me." One of the Merseyside Police PCs involved in the crash reported suffering "bruising and pain" as a result, while the other will be left with permanent scarring as a result of a cut to his hip. O'Connor, who admitted robbery, theft, dangerous driving, driving while disqualified, theft and going equipped for theft, was jailed for nine years. While Miller pleaded guilty to robbery and theft, and was jailed for eight years and one month. Sentencing, Recorder Richard Pratt KC said: "It is not possible to say which of you held the hammer, neither does that matter. Whichever one of you did not have the hammer plainly knew that the other one did. "It was you, O'Connor, who was driving the vehicle. The vehicle was driven in a highly dangerous way at speed with its lights switched off. A collision was almost inevitable, and it happened. Those police officers suffered injury, both physical and psychological, while they were doing nothing more than their duty. He continued: "It is clear that his independence and pride was shattered by your actions on this night. The only real mitigation that can be advanced on either of your behalves is the fact that you pleaded guilty." O'Connor's criminal record shows 17 previous convictions for 32 offences, including burglary, aggravated vehicle taking and dangerous driving. Peter White, defending, said on his behalf: "There is no justification for Mr O'Connor's conduct. He tells me that this period of his life was entirely dominated by drink and drugs. "He had a chaotic lifestyle and was acting wholly inappropriately and not thinking straight. He tells me that he had a long term relationship which came to an end in 2018. He lost contact with his young son. Since then, his offending has massively escalated. He has been in that vicious cycle, in and out of prison and doing anything to fund his addiction. "He has heard the consequences of his actions. He is more than aware that someone could have easily died in that horrendous piece of dangerous driving, and it is only through good fortune that he is not facing a more serious offence." Miller has 40 prior convictions for 112 offences dating back to 1987, including 54 for theft related matters. His counsel, Brendan Carville, told the court: "He is not in good health. While in prison, he has been tested for bowel cancer. He is awaiting the results of that. "He bitterly regrets his involvement in this. He has little memory of what happened and is lucky to be alive, given the crash that occurred head-on. He feels very stupid to be involved in this and apologises to both the complainant and the court. His plan, when released, is to go and live in Plymouth with his brother." The youth, now aged 15, was previously handed four years and seven months in youth detention. He admitted robbery, theft of a motor vehicle, possession of a bladed article in a public place, two counts of racially aggravated assault, assault, criminal damage and possession of cannabis and was found guilty of wounding with intent, having repeatedly stabbed a man in the street.
Newsweek
a day ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Commanders Announce Roster Move After Adding Von Miller
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Washington Commanders have made a roster move ahead of training camp. According to the team's official X account, the team has released the running back, Michael Wiley. The move comes as the Commanders have to create space to officially acquire Von Miller. Wiley, a 24-year-old running back out of Arizona, entered the NFL just last season. Although he was eligible to be drafted, he went seven rounds without a call. It wouldn't be long before the Commanders came to him with an opportunity. We have released RB Michael Wiley — Washington Commanders (@Commanders) July 22, 2025 Read More: Washington Commanders Star Reacts to NFL Top 100 List The young running back spent five seasons at Arizona, making 49 appearances. He collected 336 rushing attempts, which resulted in 1,712 yards. He also racked up 123 catches for 1,150 yards. He totaled 28 scrimmage touchdowns throughout his college career. Wiley was on and off with the Commanders' main roster and practice squad. After a quiet rookie season, he was signed to a future contract for the 2025 season. However, it appears the Commanders will cut ties with Wiley for the time being. Read More: NFL Insider Weighs in on Possibility of Terry McLaurin Trade The veteran defensive end Von Miller joins the Commanders after a multi-year run with the Buffalo Bills. He spent the past three seasons with the Bills, seeing the field for 36 regular-season games. Miller started 11 of those matchups. He totaled 41 tackles, 17 for a loss, and 14 sacks. Last season, he had six sacks for the Bills. In this photo illustration a Washington Commanders official helmet on March 10, 2025 in Los Angeles, California In this photo illustration a Washington Commanders official helmet on March 10, 2025 in Los Angeles, CaliforniaFor most of his career, Miller was one of the most notable players at the defensive end position. Throughout his 10-year run with the Denver Broncos, Miller was named a Pro Bowler for all but one of those seasons. Across 142 games, Miller racked up over 500 tackles and 110.5 sacks. Read More: Ex-Commanders Coach Drops Honest Take on Von Miller Addition The Commanders aren't banking on Miller to revert to his Denver ways, but they hope he still brings plenty of value in helping with the pass rush and adding more veteran leadership to the locker room. Miller has seven playoff runs of experience and two Super Bowl victories to his name. In the playoffs, Miller has produced 10.5 sacks and nearly 50 tackles across 16 games. According to reports, Miller's contract with the Commanders is a one-year deal. His salary is expected to be a little over $6 million. He can add more based on performance-based incentives. Miller will begin his first training camp with the Commanders this week. For more Washington Commanders and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports
