Paul Wiggin

Paul Wiggin
Wiggin, circa 1962
No. 86, 84
PositionDefensive end
Personal information
Born(1934-11-18)November 18, 1934
Modesto, California, U.S.
DiedDecember 12, 2025(2025-12-12) (aged 91)
Listed height6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Listed weight242 lb (110 kg)
Career information
High schoolManteca (Manteca, California)
CollegeModesto (1953)
Stanford (1954–1956)
NFL draft1956: 6th round, 73rd overall pick
Career history
Playing
Coaching
Operations
  • Minnesota Vikings (19922015)
    Senior consultant for pro personnel
Awards and highlights
Career NFL statistics
Fumble recoveries19
Total touchdowns2
Sacks60.5
Stats at Pro Football Reference
Head coaching record
Regular seasonNFL: 11–24–0 (.314)
NCAA: 16–28–0 (.364)
Coaching profile at Pro Football Reference

Paul David Wiggin (November 18, 1934 – December 12, 2025) was an American football player and coach. He played professionally as a defensive end with the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League (NFL). He later coached in the NFL as well as in college football.