Bruce Barnes (American football)
# Bruce Barnes (American football)

Bruce Barnes (born June 21, 1951) is a former punter in the National Football League (NFL).

## College career

Barnes was the primary punter for UCLA Bruins 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.

