John Miller (offensive lineman, born 1993)


John Miller is an American football guard for the Carolina Panthers of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Buffalo Bills with the 81st overall pick in the third round of the 2015 NFL Draft. He played college football at Louisville.

College career

Miller made 46 career starts at left guard for Louisville. He was an honorable mention All-ACC pick as a senior. In 2015, he participated in the Senior Bowl.

Professional career

Buffalo Bills

Despite his dependable college career, a poor combine hurt Miller's draft stock. He was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the third round of the 2015 NFL Draft. With a strong offseason, Miller was named the starting right guard for 2015.
In 2017, Miller started the first four games at right guard before losing the starting job to veteran Vladimir Ducasse.
In 2018, Miller started 15 games at right guard, missing one with an ankle injury.

Cincinnati Bengals

On March 16, 2019, Miller signed a three-year, $16.5 million contract with the Cincinnati Bengals. He started 13 games at right guard in 2019.
On March 18, 2020, Miller was released by the Bengals.

Carolina Panthers

Miller signed with the Carolina Panthers on March 23, 2020.