Bo Burris

James England "Bo" Burris Jr. (born October 16, 1944) is an American former professional football player who was a safety for three seasons with the New Orleans Saints of the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Saints in the second round of the 1967 NFL/AFL draft. He played college football for the Houston Cougars as a quarterback.

Early life James England Burris Jr. was born on October 16, 1944, in Luling, Texas. He attended Brazosport High School in Freeport, Texas. In 1965, he totaled 81 completions on 175 passing attempts (46.3%) for 1,256 yards, 12 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions, and 81 rushing yards. The Cougars advanced to the final round of the 1967 College World Series.

Professional career Burris was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the second round, with the 27th overall pick, of the 1967 NFL draft as a defensive back. He officially signed with the team on July 7, 1967. Burris played in 12 games, starting seven, in 1969, recording one interception. Burris was released on September 15, 1970.

Personal life After his football career, Burris started a landscaping company called Landscape Innovations. He appeared as an extra in the 1969 film Number One.