Charles Horton

Charles Horton (born 1935) is an American former professional football halfback who played one season with the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He was selected by the Los Angeles Rams of the National Football League (NFL) with the eleventh overall pick of the 1956 NFL draft. He played college football at Vanderbilt University.

Early life Horton played high school football at St. Petersburg High School in St. Petersburg, Florida.

College career Horton played for the Vanderbilt Commodores football team from 1952 to 1955. He was named first team All-SEC his senior year and second team All-SEC his junior year.

Professional career Horton was selected by the Washington Redskins in the 15th round, with the 172nd overall pick, of the 1955 NFL draft. The next year, he was selected by the Los Angeles Rams in the first round, with the 11th overall pick, of the 1956 NFL draft.

Officiating career Horton officiated college football games after his playing days. He was an official in 17 bowl games, including the 1986 Orange Bowl, 1987 Fiesta Bowl and 1992 Rose Bowl.