The controversy surrounding ESPN NFL Draft analyst Matt Miller continues to grow as the Missouri Attorney General’s Office has officially confirmed that it has launched an investigation into allegations involving Miller’s fantasy football leagues, scouting services, and charitable fundraising efforts.
According to a statement provided to Awful Announcing, the Missouri Attorney General’s Office confirmed that it has “an open investigation into this issue.”
The investigation comes after a series of reports from Awful Announcing’s Ben Koo and Brendon Kleen detailed numerous complaints from individuals who claim they were never paid winnings from fantasy football leagues organized by Miller or were left without services they had purchased.
Those reports allege that Miller served as commissioner for hundreds of fantasy football leagues over several years, collecting league entry fees while allegedly failing to distribute prize money in some cases. Multiple participants also questioned whether charitable donations connected to certain leagues ever reached their intended organizations.
According to Awful Announcing, at least seven individuals initially came forward describing similar experiences, with league buy-ins reportedly reaching as high as $500. Since the story was first published, more than 40 additional people have reportedly contacted the outlet with similar allegations, many providing documentation to support their claims.
Fantasy football platform Sleeper also confirmed to Awful Announcing that the account associated with Miller served as commissioner for 91 fantasy football leagues during the 2025 season before ultimately being banned from the platform.
Beyond the fantasy football allegations, Miller has also been accused of selling NFL scouting courses ranging from approximately $500 to $1,200. Several former customers allege they paid for one-on-one instruction or mentorship but never received the services that were promised after payment was made.
Awful Announcing further reported that multiple individuals who were owed money said they began receiving overdue payments only after questions surrounding Miller’s activities gained widespread attention and after ESPN employees were reportedly contacted regarding the complaints.
The outlet also reported obtaining evidence showing that Miller made payments to some participants in the days immediately before and after the highly publicized car accident that resulted in the loss of his arm.
The accident prompted an outpouring of support from the football community, including the creation of a GoFundMe campaign to assist Miller with his recovery. However, the charitable effort also renewed scrutiny of the longstanding allegations, with critics questioning whether individuals who claimed they were previously owed money should have been reimbursed before additional donations were solicited.
At this time, no criminal charges have been filed against Miller, and the Missouri Attorney General’s investigation remains ongoing.
Neither Miller nor ESPN has publicly addressed the Missouri Attorney General’s confirmation of the investigation. As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen whether the allegations will lead to any civil or criminal action.
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