HIt was an updated list of all Waukesha High School’s NFL players in Waukesha, Wi. The school was the high school of the districts until South Campus was built in 1957 and the building housed the students of 7-10 students of an Oaly becoming high school.
The list includes only those players who have played in a NFL game.
See where it is among other schools in the state here.
Waukesha High School, located in the heart of southeastern Wisconsin, has a proud history of high school athletics. Over the years, it has produced several standout athletes, including a few who made it all the way to the National Football League (NFL).
While Waukesha is better known for its competitive high school sports across multiple programs, a few former students have taken their talents to the professional level:
1. Joe Panos
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Position: Offensive Lineman
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NFL Teams: Philadelphia Eagles, Buffalo Bills
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College: University of Wisconsin
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Career Highlights: Panos was a key part of the dominant Badgers offensive line in the early ’90s before being drafted in the 3rd round of the 1994 NFL Draft.
2. Bill Miklich
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Position: Center
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NFL Teams: Boston Yanks, Pittsburgh Steelers
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College: University of Wisconsin–Madison
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Career Highlights: Miklich played in the 1940s and was one of the early pro football players from Wisconsin.
Waukesha currently has multiple high schools (Waukesha North, South, and West), so NFL alumni may be listed under different variations of “Waukesha High School.” The original Waukesha High was later split into the three schools in the 1950s-60s.
Waukesha’s Football Legacy
While Waukesha may not be a high-volume pipeline to the NFL, its programs have consistently produced college-level talent and instilled a strong football culture in the region. The city’s emphasis on fundamentals, discipline, and competition has made it a respected name in Wisconsin prep football.
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