Lawrence Godfrey Burton (born December 15, 1951) is an American former professional football player and world-class Olympic sprinter, finishing fourth for the United States team in the 200 meter final at the 1972 Summer Olympic Games. He held the world record in the 60-yard dash at 5.9 seconds. [1] [2]

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Dec 21, 1992 · "Larry Burton was the subject of one of the greatest quotes I ever read," former New Orleans Saint quarterback Archie Manning says, going back to another time. In 1972, he remembers, Burton...

Larry Burton was NCAA 200 champion in 1972, while running for Purdue, and was world ranked #4 that year. Burton also played football at Purdue, and in his senior season he led the Big 10 in receptions (38) and receiving yards (702).

Larry Burton was NCAA 200 champion in 1972, while running for Purdue, and was world ranked #4 that year. Burton also played football at Purdue, and in his senior season he led the Big 10 in receptions (38) and receiving yards (702).

2 days ago · Lawrence Lester “Larry” Burton passed away peacefully at home in Denton, Texas, on March 23, 2025, after a courageous journey with ALS. He faced the illness with grace, strength, and unshakable faith—never letting it define who he was. He was 82 years old. Larry was born on January 15, 1943, in Moberly, Missouri, to Lester […]

Dec 28, 2024 · The most complete, accurate and reliable reference source for Larry Burton pro football statistics, stats, transactions, awards, biographical data and more.

Larry Burton career stats with the New Orleans Saints and San Diego Chargers. Bold denotes league leader. Larry Burton had a career-long 71 -yard reception during the New Orleans Saints 23-7 win against the Atlanta Falcons on November 2, 1975.

July 4, 2007 - Larry Burton - one of the best racers to ever turn a wheel in Northern California, and Nevada passed away of cancer earlier this week at the age of 73. Burton won a Gold Cup, and five track championships at West Sacramento, CA's Capital Speedway.