Tight End
No. 80
Pittsburgh
"Walton was bothered by knee trouble last season but underwent surgery during the off-season to correct it. Used at the tight end spot, he was on the receiving end of 26 passes, good for 371 yards and six touchdowns. Walton, a top-notch blocker, was obtained by the New Yorkers in July 1961 as part of a six-player trade with the Washington Redskins.
Joe was the 'Skins top draft pick in 1957, being used as a defensive end during his initial season. He was shifted to offensive end in '58 and has remained there ever since. Joe's best season with the Giants was '61 when he caught 36 passes for 544 yards.
His father was Frank (Tiger) Walton, one of Pitt's and the 'Skins best guards."
-Complete Sports 1964 New York Giants
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