Cowboys' Von Miller Secures Desired No. 40 From Teammate with Rare Compensation that Could Last a Lifetime
Miller will switch from No. 24 to No. 40 after giving Hunter Luepke an undisclosed equity stake in his chicken company, the team said.
- On Thursday, the Dallas Cowboys announced that future Hall of Fame edge rusher Von Miller reached a deal to wear No. 40, a number previously held by fullback Hunter Luepke.
- Miller sought the jersey number he wore at DeSoto High School and Texas A&M, which necessitated negotiations with Luepke, who had held No. 40 since joining the Cowboys in 2023.
- In exchange for the number, Luepke received an undisclosed amount of equity in Miller's poultry farm, Greener Pastures Chicken, after initial offers like free chicken and tattoos were discussed.
- Following the agreement, Luepke switched to No. 30, and the Dallas Cowboys officially confirmed roster assignments for 15 players on Thursday ahead of the 2026 season.
- Entering his 16th National Football League season, Miller expressed excitement about playing for his hometown Dallas Cowboys, aiming to contribute to wins and chase a third Super Bowl title in 2026.
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Von Miller Gives Up Company Ownership Stake To Acquire No. 40 Jersey From Cowboys Star
The Dallas Cowboys‘ offseason subplot that had fans buzzing all summer is officially over. Von Miller, now in his 16th NFL season and finally playing for his hometown team, wanted the No. 40 he wore back at DeSoto High School and later at Texas A&M. To get it, he gave fullback Hunter Luepke a piece […]
Cowboys' Von Miller secures desired No. 40 from teammate with rare compensation that could last a lifetime
The veteran pass rusher gave Dallas fullback Hunter Luepke equity in his poultry business, Greener Pastures Chicken, to secure the jersey number he wore in high school and college
Von Miller suggests he made a major gesture to get his jersey number
Von Miller has successfully negotiated the right to wear his No. 40 as a member of the Dallas Cowboys, and he hinted Thursday that he made a pretty major move to make it happen. Miller confirmed that he successfully negotiated a deal to get the number from fullback Hunter Luepke, who had previously worn it. …
Von Miller Trades Equity in Chicken Company to Land No. 40 Cowboys Jersey from Hunter Luepke
Von Miller will wear the No. 40 jersey for the Dallas Cowboys during the 2026 season after reaching a deal with fullback Hunter Luepke, according to Patrik Walker of the team's official website.
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