NFL Draft expert for ESPN Matt Miller has revealed he was involved in shocking car accident that resulted in him losing his arm and left him fighting for his life
11:12 ET, 23 Jun 2026Updated 11:12 ET, 23 Jun 2026
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ESPN NFL Draft analyst Matt Miller was involved in a serious car crash which resulted in him losing his left arm(Image: Matt Miller/ X)
ESPN NFL Draft analyst Matt Miller has vowed to return to covering football despite facing a long and difficult recovery following a serious car accident.
In a post shared on social media Tuesday morning, Miller revealed he suffered significant injuries in the crash, including the amputation of his left arm in what he described as a life-saving procedure. Miller said he considers himself fortunate to have survived the incident and to be in a position to speak publicly about it, while acknowledging the extensive rehabilitation process that now lies ahead.
“Last week, I was involved in a serious car accident in Missouri and was airlifted to Mercy Hospital,” Miller wrote. “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.
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“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.
“Thank you for the overwhelming support, prayers and kind messages — they have meant so much to me and my family during this time. I look forward to continuing my recovery and getting back to ESPN to talk football, including what should be an exciting 2027 NFL Draft class.”
Since his post, Miller has received support from a number of NFL reporters. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport wrote: "Get well and hang in there!!" While broadcaster and ex-Buffalo Bills player Ross Tucker said: "Wow. Says a lot about you that the first thing you do is thank the people that took care of you."
Miller's ESPN colleague Field Yates said: "We are all praying you Matt as you continue in your recovery process. You have an unmatched strength and determination. We are all here for you in this journey ahead." Ex-ESPN reporter Ed Werder added: "We pray for healing and recovery, Matt. Thank God your life was spared and we can look forward to your sharing your football expertise with us again in time."
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KOAM News reported that the accident took place last Wednesday afternoon in Jasper County, Missouri. According to the report, a 2023 Ford Bronco driven by Miller crossed the centre line on Missouri Route 96 before colliding with a semi-truck. Images from the scene show the extent of the damage to the Bronco. Authorities confirmed the driver of the semi-truck was not injured in the crash.
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Miller has been with ESPN since 2021, having previously served as Bleacher Report’s lead NFL Draft writer for more than a decade. In his role at ESPN, he works as a year-round NFL Draft analyst and has been widely regarded as a potential successor to long-time draft expert Mel Kiper, although Miller himself has consistently downplayed any such comparisons.
“Oh my gosh,” Miller said. “I mean, if they ask me to be, I would work my tail off to be that. I’ve never thought of myself as that. I’ve never even assumed that I would be or could be that. But if Mel decided that he wanted to peel back and they asked me to do that, I would be honored.
“Anyone who works in this business, that is your dream. To be the main guy. I think I can handle it. From a work perspective, I think I know the draft well, I do a lot of work on the players, I do a lot of work on the teams. We’re very different people. I’m not going to be able to go on the breathless rants about players, but I think we both respect each other and how hard we work."