Position: Guard / Tackle College: UCLA Siblings Bill Walton High school: La Mesa (CA) Helix Weight 114 kg | Height: 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) Role American football player Name Bruce Walton | |
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Date of birth: (1951-06-14) June 14, 1951 (age 64) Education University of California, Los Angeles Nephews Luke Walton, Nathan Walton, Adam Walton, Chris Walton People also search for Bill Walton, Luke Walton, Nathan Walton | ||
Place of birth: San Diego, California | ||
Bruce Edward Walton (born June 14, 1951 in San Diego, California) is a former professional American football offensive lineman in the National Football League for the Dallas Cowboys. He played college football for the UCLA Bruins.
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Early years
Walton attended Helix High School where he played football and basketball. He accepted a football scholarship from UCLA.
He was named a starter as a sophomore. As a senior, he helped his team rush for 3,810 yards and score 38 rushing touchdowns—both school records at the time, while blocking for All-American running back Kermit Johnson.
He was a three-year starter at offensive tackle and graduated with the school record for consecutive starts (32).
Professional career
Walton was selected in the fifth round (126th overall) of the 1973 NFL draft by the Dallas Cowboys. As a rookie, he appeared in seven games, backing up the guard and tackle positions, while seeing most of his playing time on special teams. He returned one kickoff for 11 yards.
In 1974, he was the backup at left tackle behind Rayfield Wright. He appeared in 13 games, starting against the Houston Oilers in place of an injured Wright.
In 1975, he continued his special teams and backup duties. He injured his knee against the Green Bay Packers and missed 2 games. He played in Super Bowl X and with Bill Walton, became the only brother combination to ever play in the Super Bowl and in the NBA finals.
He served mainly as a backup at tackle, until a knee injury ended his career.
Personal life
Walton is the older brother of NBA hall of famer, Bill Walton. He was the owner of an FM station in the San Diego and was also a Director for Competitor Group (CGI).
He played a football player in the Walt Disney film Gus.