Wally McIlwain

Wally McIlwain
Profile
PositionsWingback, halfback
Personal information
Born(1903-01-20)January 20, 1903
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
DiedJune 30, 1963(1963-06-30) (aged 60)
Evanston, Illinois, U.S.
Listed height5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
Listed weight173 lb (78 kg)
Career information
CollegeIllinois
Career history
Playing
1926Racine Tornadoes
Coaching
1926Racine Tornadoes
Awards and highlights
Coaching profile at Pro Football Reference

Wallace Wesley McIlwain (January 20, 1903 – June 30, 1963) was an American football player and coach. He played professionally in the National Football League (NFL) for the Racine Tornadoes. In 1926, he was a player-coach for the Tornadoes. Prior to his professional career, McIlwain played college football at the University of Illinois, alongside Red Grange.

References

  • Carroll, John M. (2001). Red Grange and the Rise of Modern Football. University of Illinois Press. ISBN 0-252-07166-2.