Hank Burnine

Harold Henry "Hank" Burnine (November 9, 1932 – January 21, 2020) was an American professional football end who played two seasons in the National Football League (NFL) with the New York Giants and Philadelphia Eagles. He was selected by the Giants in the twelfth round of the 1955 NFL draft after playing college football at the University of Missouri.

Early life Harold Henry Burnine was born on November 9, 1932, in Henrietta, Missouri. He attended Richmond High School in Richmond, Missouri.

College career Burnine played for the Missouri Tigers from 1953 to 1955. He led the NCAA in receptions with 44 and in receiving yards with 594 his senior year in 1955 while also earning All-American honors. He recorded career totals of 75 receptions for 1,145 yards.

Professional career Burnine was selected in the 12th round by the New York Giants with the 140th pick in the 1955 NFL draft. He played in one game for the Giants during the 1956 season.