Matt Miller, a rising NFL Draft analyst knows ESPNhad his left arm amputated in an attempt to save his life after a car accident last week.
Miller, 42, who joined ESPN in 2021 after more than a decade at Bleacher Report, was injured and ultimately lost his arm after a two-vehicle accident in rural Missouri. Sore an accident reportMiller was driving a 2023 Ford Bronco in Jasper County when his vehicle crossed the center line and collided with a semi-truck trailer.
The semi driver, a 28-year-old man, was not injured, but Miller had to be flown to a nearby hospital to undergo emergency surgery. Miller confirmed both the crash and his serious injuries in a post on his X account Tuesday morning, says in part:
“Last week I was involved in a serious car accident in Missouri and was transported to Mercy Hospital. I am deeply grateful for the extraordinary care I received from the first responders to the doctors, nurses and medical staff. I am incredibly fortunate to be writing this.
As a result of the accident, I sustained significant injuries, including multiple fractures and broken ribs. I underwent a life-saving amputation of my left arm. Although I have a long road ahead, I am focused on my recovery and taking things one day at a time.”
Miller then went on to thank everyone for their prayers and support before mentioning his excitement to return to work at ESPN to discuss next year’s 2027 NFL Draft.
An heir presumptive to ESPN Draft Wiz Mel Kiper, Miller’s made regular appearances on some of the network’s biggest shows, including: SportsCenter, NFL liveand Get up!. He made his NFL Draft debut on the air for ESPN during the network’s day three coverage of rounds four through seven in 2023.
Following Miller’s announcement Tuesday, ESPN released a statement of support: ESPN’s thoughts go out to Matt Miller and his loved ones. We wish him strength in his recovery and look forward to seeing him back on ESPN when he is ready.”
