Nicholas K. Miller (January 12, 1960) is an American former football player who played college football for the Ohio State Buckeyes as a Middle guard.[1][2]
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born: | January 12, 1960 |
| Height: | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Weight: | 224 lb (102 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school: | Saint James |
| College: | Ohio State (1977–1981) |
| Position: | Middle guard |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Playing career
editMiller played high school football for Saint James High School,[3] in Chester, Pennsylvania, as a defensive tackle and offensive fullback.[4] Recruited by Woody Hayes in 1977, Miller moved to Columbus, Ohio to begin his football career after turning down scholarships from Boston College and Maryland University.[5]
Miller starred at the 1981 Liberty Bowl, where he recorded eight tackles and recovered a fumble for the Buckeyes.[6] In his senior season, he was voted Most Inspirational Player and the team's Defensive Lineman of the Year.[7]
In 2001, Miller was inducted into the Delaware County (PA) Hall of Fame.[8]
Later life
editAfter graduating from OSU, Miller began a successful career in pharmaceutical sales in central Ohio, where he resides today. Miller is married to Stephanie Miller, with three daughters.[citation needed]
References
edit- ^ Marc Katz (November 4, 1981). "Nick Miller wouldn't quit". Dayton Daily News. p. 18. Retrieved October 29, 2022 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Bill Fenimore (November 14, 1981). "It's Miller time at Ohio State". Delaware County Daily Times. p. 44. Retrieved November 6, 2022.
- ^ Harry Chaykun (September 12, 1981). "Miller makes the big time". Delaware County Daily Times. p. 45. Retrieved November 6, 2022.
- ^ Jack Patterson (October 14, 1981). "OSU's man in middle big surprise". Akron Beacon Journal. p. 37. Retrieved October 29, 2022 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Gene Gomolka (December 24, 1979). "Everything coming up Roses for Miller". Delaware County Daily Times. p. 13. Retrieved November 6, 2022.
- ^ Leo Rith (December 31, 1981). "Navy back impresses Ohio State defenders". Mansfield News Journal. p. 10. Retrieved November 6, 2022 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Drive-Thru: 1981 Liberty Bowl". ourhonordefend.com. August 31, 2009. Archived from the original on May 18, 2013. Retrieved October 29, 2022.
- ^ "Football". delcohalloffame.org. Delaware County Athletes Hall of Fame. Retrieved October 29, 2022.
