Anthony Miller Credits Lamar Jackson for Helping Him Become a Raven
As wide receiver Anthony Miller continued to train after barely spending time on an NFL team last season, he decided to reach out to Jackson as “one of my last resorts.” The two met at the rookie premiere after the 2018 NFL Draft, and Miller still had Jackson’s number saved.
“One day, I just hit him up during the summer,” Miller said. “And I was like, ‘How is your guys’ receiver room looking?’ And he was like, ‘We can always use the help.’ And him knowing me and my skill set, two days later, they called me in for a workout. I killed the workout, and it’s been up from there ever since.”
Miller got to Baltimore during training camp and has spent the entire season on the Ravens’ practice squad. In Week 16, he played in his first regular season game since late 2021, and he was active the next week, catching his only target for 16 yards.
Miller had three catches for 12 yards in Baltimore’s wild-card win over the Steelers, and with Zay Flowers’ status in question for the Divisional Round against the Bills, Miller could be a factor again. It’s something the 30 year old isn’t taking for granted after bouncing in and out of the league.
“It’s just been a humbling experience being away from the game for so long,” Miller said. “And it made me appreciate a lot of things about the game. And I was fortunate enough to come to a great organization that gave me a chance. And I’ve taken full advantage, so I’m just excited for what’s to come.”