"Standing in a sparse hallway in the bowels of Radio City Music Hall, Von Miller tilted his Broncos cap way back. At least he didn't have to stand at attention while maneuvering his way through the intense spotlight that comes with the highest draft pick in the Broncos' 51-year history. Never mind football for a moment. About those glasses. Fashionable eyeglasses, especially when sported with a sharp, gray suit with lavender shirt and tie. But to football fans who aren't accustomed to seeing a professorial look on the faces of their linebackers, Miller's glasses are so THERE. "I've been wearing glasses since the third grade," Miller said. "I'm comfortable wearing them. Contacts work, but I haveastigmatism in one eye, and it's just not as comfortable wearing contacts as it is wearing glasses." The Broncos' newest franchise defender is extremely secure in his manhood. He's not afraid to wear glasses. And he's not afraid to cry. There was a moment of uncertainty here Thursday night that may have tensed his feelings. After the Carolina Panthers immediately selected quarterback Cam Newton with the No. 1 draft choice, the Broncos went seven minutes before phoning in their selection of Miller at No. 2. Sitting in a room just off the Radio City stage, Miller said he kept checking his cellphone, but it never rang. Finally, he looked up at Dad, who was sitting next to him. Dad's phone flashed "303." The area code of relief. Miller's pent-up emotions released. "He always has been emotional," Von Miller Sr. said. "He was a guy who never liked to lose. He's a very caring individual." Miller Jr. covered his eyes with his right hand and wept. It took a few minutes to gather himself. "I had a flashback all the way from Little League, seventh grade, 10th grade, college, all the way through," Miller said. "I just remember all those guys who told me no, and told me I can't. I'm just extremely happy to have the opportunity to get in the NFL and prove myself."" Read more: http://www.denverpost.com/broncos/ci_17951237
