Charles Lewis "Ookie" Miller (November 11, 1909 – August 7, 2002) was an American professional football player. Miller played seven years in the National Football League (NFL), mainly for the Chicago Bears.

Ookie Miller
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Miller in 1936 striking a defensive pose
No. 76, 25, 48
Position:Center
Linebacker
Personal information
Born:(1909-11-11)November 11, 1909
Marion, Indiana, U.S.
Died:August 7, 2002(2002-08-07) (aged 92)
Hudson, Florida, U.S.
Height:6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Weight:209 lb (95 kg)
Career information
High school:Marion (IN)
College:Purdue
Career history
Career highlights and awards
Career NFL statistics
Games played:82
Games started:39
Touchdowns:1
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Miller was the starting center for Chicago in the 1933 NFL Championship Game, a game won by the Bears over the New York Giants, 23–21.[1]

References

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  1. ^ "Bears Whip Lions, 23–21; World Champions," Chicago Tribune, Dec. 18, 1933; p. 23.
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  • "Obituary". St. Petersburg Times. August 8, 2002.