Robert Clell Burnett (January 4, 1943 – October 1, 2016) was a college and professional American football player.[1]

Originally a halfback from the University of Arkansas, Burnett in 1966, his first year with the Buffalo Bills of the American Football League (AFL), had a combined total of 1,185 yards rushing and receiving, with over 12 yards per catch and 4 touchdowns on 34 receptions.[1] He had 766 yards on 187 rushes, with 4 rushing touchdowns. He was that year's AFL Rookie of the Year, and was also selected to the 1966 AFL All-Star team.[1] He died of pancreatic cancer on October 1, 2016.[2]

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References

  1. ^ a b c Bobby Burnett NFL & AFL Football Statistics, Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved on April 10, 2010.
  2. ^ "Bobby Burnett, star Hog, dies at 73". October 3, 2016.
Awards and achievements
Preceded by American Football League Rookie of the Year
1966 		Succeeded by
Allikas: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bobby_Burnett
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