ESPN NFL Draft analyst Matt Miller announced Tuesday that he was involved in a serious car accident in Missouri that resulted in a life-saving amputation of his left arm.
Miller was airlifted from the scene to Mercy Hospital, where he received care from first responders and medical staff. He disclosed the incident on X, formerly Twitter, stating that while he sustained significant injuries, including multiple fractures and broken ribs, he is focused on his recovery.
"I’m deeply grateful for the exceptional care I have received, from the first responders to the doctors, nurses and medical staff. I’m incredibly fortunate to be writing this," Miller wrote. "As a result of the accident, I sustained significant injuries, including multiple fractures and broken ribs. I also underwent a life-saving amputation of my left arm. While I have a long road ahead, I’m focused on my recovery and taking things one day at a time."
Miller, who joined ESPN in 2021 as an NFL Draft contributor and became a year-round analyst in 2022, expressed gratitude for the support he has received from colleagues and fans. He stated his intention to return to ESPN to discuss football and anticipates covering the 2027 NFL Draft.
Before his tenure at ESPN, Miller served as Bleacher Report’s lead NFL Draft writer from 2010 to 2021. He also worked as the director of scouting for New Era Scouting from 2006 to 2010. Miller attended Missouri Southern State University and has two children.