Wayne Millner
Inducted:
1968
Player Stats
6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
189 lb (86 kg)
Born:
January 31, 1913
Roxbury, Massachusetts, U.S.
Died:
November 19, 1976
Arlington, Virginia, U.S.
Position:
Offensive End
Coach
College:
Notre Dame
Wayne Millner was one of the most dependable and clutch receivers of the NFL’s early years, known for his sure hands, toughness, and consistency in big games. Playing his entire career with the Boston/Washington Redskins from 1936 to 1941 and again in 1945, Millner was a key part of the team’s rise to prominence during the pre-war era. He helped lead Washington to two NFL Championships (1937, 1942), making several crucial touchdown catches in title games that cemented his reputation as a dependable playmaker under pressure.
Though not the flashiest receiver of his time, Millner was admired for his precision routes, strong blocking, and team-first mentality — traits that made him invaluable to both the offense and defense in the league’s ironman era. After his playing days, he contributed as a coach, continuing his lifelong devotion to the game. Wayne Millner was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1968, honoring his leadership and championship legacy.
Millner's Awards and Honors
- 2× NFL Champion (1937, 1942)
- NFL 1930s All-Decade Team
- 80 Greatest Redskins
- Redskins Ring of Fame
- Washington Commanders Ring of Fame
NFL Records
- Scored two touchdowns in the 1937 NFL Championship Game
- Known for clutch catches in title games
- One of Washington’s earliest offensive stars
NFL Teams
As Player-
Boston / Washington Redskins (1936–1941, 1945)
As Coach-
Chicago Hornets (1949)
Baltimore Colts (1950)
Philadelphia Eagles (1951)
Washington Redskins (1952–1956)
NFL Draft:
1936: 8th round, 65th overall pick
Boston / Washington Redskins
Number Worn:
40
NFL Stats
Seasons:
7 (1936–1941, 1945)
Games played:
76
Games started:
52
Receptions:
124
Receiving yards:
1,578
Receiving touchdowns:
12