Nicholas K. Miller

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]

Nicholas K. Miller
Personal information
Born: (1960-01-12) 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

Playing career

Miller 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

After 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.

References
  1. Marc Katz (4 November 1981). "Nick Miller wouldn't quit". Dayton Daily News. p. 18. Retrieved 29 October 2022 – via Newspapers.com.open access
  2. Bill Fenimore (14 November 1981). "It's Miller time at Ohio State". Delaware County Daily Times. p. 44. Retrieved 6 November 2022.
  3. Harry Chaykun (12 September 1981). "Miller makes the big time". Delaware County Daily Times. p. 45. Retrieved 6 November 2022.
  4. Jack Patterson (14 October 1981). "OSU's man in middle big surprise". Akron Beacon Journal. p. 37. Retrieved 29 October 2022 – via Newspapers.com.open access
  5. Gene Gomolka (24 December 1979). "Everything coming up Roses for Miller". Delaware County Daily Times. p. 13. Retrieved 6 November 2022.
  6. Leo Rith (31 December 1981). "Navy back impresses Ohio State defenders". Mansfield News Journal. p. 10. Retrieved 6 November 2022 – via Newspapers.com.open access
  7. "Drive-Thru: 1981 Liberty Bowl". ourhonordefend.com. 31 August 2009. Archived from the original on 18 May 2013. Retrieved 29 October 2022.
  8. "Football". delcohalloffame.org. Delaware County Athletes Hall of Fame. Retrieved 29 October 2022.
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