Speaking to Radio Sheffield after picking up his award, Knill said; "Obviously I'm delighted with the award but I have to say although I get it, it is a team effort this and I think that the players should take must of the credit."
"They go on the pitch and they perform and in October they performed particulary well." he added.
Millers striker Will Hoskins also won the League One player of the month award, he scored 3 goals during the month.