# Von Miller jersey number negotiation with Dallas Cowboys

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/von-miller-jersey-number-negotiation-with-dallas-cowboys
> Updated: 2026-09-03T23:18:33.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Veteran pass rusher Von Miller joined the Dallas Cowboys to strengthen their defensive line following the trade of Micah Parsons. Upon signing, Miller expressed interest in wearing jersey No. 40, which was held by fullback Hunter Luepke. Miller initially proposed a humorous trade involving a “lifetime supply of chicken” from his organic poultry business, Greener Pastures Chicken.

Following negotiations, the two players reached an agreement for the number change. Luepke will switch to No. 30, while Miller takes over No. 40. Rather than receiving poultry, Luepke successfully negotiated for an equity stake in Miller’s company, making him a business partner in the venture.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-03: Von Miller trades company equity for Dallas Cowboys No. 40 jersey

Von Miller will wear No. 40 for the Dallas Cowboys after trading an equity stake in his company, Greener Pastures Chicken, to fullback Hunter Luepke in exchange for the jersey number.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/von-miller-trades-company-equity-for-dallas-cowboys-no-40-jersey

### 2026-08-21: Dallas Cowboys sign Von Miller to bolster defensive line

The Dallas Cowboys have signed veteran pass rusher Von Miller to strengthen their defense. Miller has also jokingly offered teammate Hunter Luepke a lifetime supply of chicken to secure his preferred No. 40.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dallas-cowboys-sign-von-miller-to-bolster-defensive-line

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