Bruce Barnes (born June 21, 1951) is a former punter in the

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College career

Barnes was the primary punter for

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for three seasons. He led the Pacific-8 in punting all three years and was named All-Pacific-8 as a senior.

Professional career

Barnes was selected in the 12th round (290th overall) of the 1973 NFL Draft by the New England Patriots. As a rookie, Barnes punted 55 times for 2,134 yards (38.8 average). Barnes served as the Patriots' punter for the first nine games of the 1974 season before he was waived in November.

Personal life

Barnes is the father of professional golfer

Ricky Barnes Richard Kyle Barnes (born February 6, 1981) is an American professional golfer who currently plays on the PGA Tour. Early years and amateur career Barnes was born in Stockton, California. He played college golf at the University of Arizona f ...

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Barnes, Bruce 1951 births Living people American football punters UCLA Bruins football players People from Sanger, California Players of American football from California Sportspeople from Fresno County, California New England Patriots players