ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The last thing Von Miller wanted to discuss upon returning to practice on Wednesday was the reason behind his absence — a four-game NFL suspension for violating the league’s personal conduct policy .
Except to say he carried no grudge against the NFL, Miller declined to say whether he was surprised by the discipline or considered appealing it. “I’m in a great spot. I’m just happy all of that stuff is behind me,” said Miller, who joined the AFC East-leading Bills for their preparations for Sunday's matchup with the Dolphins.
“I really don’t even have to touch on any of that stuff any more.” Miller was referring to what happened 11 months ago when he turned himself in to police in suburban Dallas after being accused of assaulting his pregnant girlfriend, who is also the mother of two of his children. Miller previously disputed the allegations by calling them false and blown out of proportion.
With no charges filed, Miller opened training camp in July by saying he considered the case closed based on feedback from his attorneys. The lack of charges didn’t prevent the NFL from disciplining Miller based on its own investigation. A person with direct knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press the suspension was directly connected to the complaint made against the player.
The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the league has not revealed why the player was disciplined. Miller said he feels refreshed from the time of.