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Vernon Davis recalls his time playing with 'dynamic teammate' Von Miller

Two-time Super Bowl champion, eight-time Pro Bowler and three-time First Team All-Pro, Von Miller certainly doesn't lack in NFL experience, and as such a seasoned player, he knows how to be a good teammate.

Former Washington tight end Vernon Davis joined the Get Loud podcast to discuss his time with Miller in Denver.

"I won Super Bowl 50 with Von Miller," Davis said. "He was a dynamic teammate. He was a great locker room guy. Not only was he a great locker room guy, but he was a true leader. On the field you knew what you were getting. His ability to get to the quarterback is unparalleled."

Miller was, in fact, dynamic, being the fourth linebacker ever to earn the Super Bowl MVP. In that game, he sacked Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton 2.5 times, helping to set the Broncos up for two touchdowns in their 24-10 win.

Miller won another Super Bowl a few years later with the Los Angeles Rams. However, that was four years ago, and critics have raised questions on whether he still can contribute to Washington in the pass rush. Davis disputes that, though.

"[He] can still play the game at a high level." Davis added. "It's a testament to how he's treated his body. He put a lot of energy into his craft… You're getting someone who is also a coach and teacher."

As one of the oldest active players in the league, Miller recorded the fastest average pass-rush get-off of .69 seconds in the league, according to Next Gen Stats.

Among many exciting additions throughout free agency in Washington, Davis credited Washington with the addition of Miller.

"Coaches and organizations don't want to deal with someone who isn't a great human being as well as a great football player."

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